Global QHSE Process Improvement Manager

Vanderlande; Marietta (GA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 vacation days

Hybrid workplace (40% WFH)

Health & Wellbeing budget €300/year

Commuting allowance

Pension plan

Training facilities

On-site health centers

Company restaurant & cafe

Job summary

Vanderlande seeks an experienced Global QHSE Process Improvement Manager to lead design and optimization of our target operating model across Europe and North America. You will drive QHSE process maturity through KPI-driven initiatives and structured change management.

The role requires strong BPM, leadership, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels and deliver measurable improvements in a complex manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in QHSE or related field; master's preferred.
• ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 knowledge.
• Strong BPM knowledge and process modelling (SIPOC, Value Stream Mapping).
• Proven leadership and communication; ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Global QHSE design lead for optimization aligned with business goals.
• Identify improvement opportunities and prioritize high-impact initiatives.
• Define standard work and document workflows for accountability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure buy-in across the value stream.
• Facilitate change management and training to drive adoption in EU and US.
• Implement KPIs to monitor process performance and report regionally.
• Drive internal audits and corrective actions to improve compliance.
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices in QHSE processes.
• Stay updated on latest QHSE trends and incorporate them where relevant.

Skills

Process optimization

BPM methodologies

Stakeholder management

Leadership & communication

Project management

Change management

Analytical thinking

Six Sigma (Green/Black)

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in QHSE or related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SIPOC

Value Stream Mapping

Job description

Job Title

Global QHSE Process Improvement Manager

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated QHSE Process Improvement Manager (PIM) to join our Quality Health Safety and Environment team within our Global Supply Chain. In this global role, you will spearhead the design, optimization, and implementation of our Target Operating Model.

You will effectively collaborate with many stakeholders including Manufacturing, Warehousing, Project Execution, Procurement, Engineering, Site operations teams and Data Analytics teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence both operational efficiency and strategic initiatives across Europe and North America.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong background in business process management, excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and deep expertise in process optimization. While we value experience, our focus is also on knowledge, personality, and the ability to drive change in a collaborative and time bound manner.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Global QHSE Design Lead the optimization of QHSE capabilities aligned with strategic business goals to Reduce QHSE issues proactively and address root causes for permanent solutions.
• Improve and Optimize processes Identify improvement opportunities, facilitate fact-based selection of initiatives, and prioritize projects with most impact on QHSE process maturity.
• Define Standard Work Help document process workflow for accurate and complete deliverables, to hold QHSE team members accountable with clear expectations.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Stakeholders ensure buy-in on process design across the value stream with effective interfaces between teams.
• Change Management and Training Facilitate change management and support training initiatives to foster adoption of new processes and standards in our facilities in EU and US.
• Implement KPIs to monitor process performance, turnaround time for operational activities and employee workload for each QHSE process and report regularly across regions.
• Execute internal audits and drive corrective actions to improve compliance with Supply QHSE processes. Drive closure of corrective actions and updated QHSE documentation.
• Promote a culture of Continuous Improvement and drive CI initiatives to ensure progress.
• Promote Best Practices Stay actively informed of latest trends that can be incorporated into our QHSE processes.

Your Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in QHSE related discipline or process improvement. Master's preferred.
• Knowledge and application of standards (ISO9001, ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO50001)
• Business Process Management Strong understanding of BPM methodologies and process modelling tools (SIPOC, Value Stream Mapping, etc.)
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with proven ability to manage improvement programs and influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Project Management Skills ability to plan, execute, and monitor activities, ensuring timely delivery, resource allocation, risk management, and cross-functional team coordination
• Facilitator & Negotiator Ability to guide informed decisions, negotiate with stakeholders, and build consensus across teams.
• Analytical Thinking Attention to detail, able to evaluate processes, identify gaps, and propose efficiency improvements
• Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) certification preferred
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Spanish is a plus.

Your Experience

• At least 5 years practical experience in a QHSE related discipline, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experienced with implementation and audit of QMS/SMS/EMS
• Proven track record of designing and implementing business processes
• Proficient in problem-solving techniques (8D, 5 Whys, FMEA…)
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean frameworks
• Self-Starter Able to take initiative and lead projects with minimal supervision.
• Inclusive & Collaborative An inclusive team player and values diverse perspectives.
• Results-Oriented Drives measurable improvements timely to enable business goals.
• Be able to coordinate with teams across
• For this role, you must be based in the Netherlands, Spain and the USA and must possess legal authorization to work in the respective countries at the time of applying.

What We Offer (For The Netherlands Only)

In this challenging and responsible position, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 5664 to €7689 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

In case you are based out of Marietta or Santpedor, the local compensation laws and schemes will be applicable.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Background screening

For this position it is possible that a background screening will be conducted. This screening can include checks such as verification of identity, qualifications or other relevant records, which may include criminal background or sanctions list checks, in accordance with our internal policies and applicable laws. Any job offer may be extended under the condition that the screening does not give reason to reconsider the hiring decision. Candidates will always be informed about the process and their rights before any screening is initiated.