Operational Excellence SWAT Specialist

Johnson Matthey; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Annual Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Program (Assist)

Paid Volunteering opportunities

Wellbeing programs and campaigns

Job summary

Johnson Matthey is seeking an Operational Excellence SWAT Specialist to drive high-value improvements at a site-based role in Chester, PA with global reach. You will identify opportunities, lead programmes from diagnosis through results, and partner with senior leaders to deliver measurable outcomes.

The role requires strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and experience guiding cross-functional teams to execute initiatives that improve P&L and cash generation.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering operational excellence, transformation or consulting initiatives in complex environments.
• Strong financial acumen linking operational actions to P&L outcomes.
• Advanced analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience leading cross-functional programmes and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Proven program and project management skills with execution focus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritise high-value improvement opportunities.
• Lead targeted operational excellence programmes from diagnosis to results.
• Conduct detailed analysis to uncover root causes and translate insights.
• Partner with senior leaders to align priorities and deliver outcomes.
• Drive disciplined execution and sustainable performance improvements.
• Monitor and validate financial impact with Finance.

Skills

Operational Excellence

Transformation

Cross-functional

Financial acumen

Data-driven decisions

Job description

**Job title: Operational Excellence SWAT Specialist****Location: Site-based with global reach West****Chester PA.**At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As an Operational Excellence SWAT Specialist, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.The role:As an Operational Excellence SWAT Specialist, you will help drive our goals by:• Identifying and prioritising high-value improvement opportunities that significantly enhance P&L performance and cash generation• Leading targeted operational excellence programmes from diagnosis through to implementation and results delivery• Conducting detailed analysis to uncover root causes and translate insights into clear, actionable improvement plans• Partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align on priorities and deliver measurable outcomes• Driving disciplined execution of initiatives, ensuring accountability and sustainable performance improvements• Monitoring and validating financial impact in collaboration with Finance to ensure real, trackable value deliveryKey skills that will help you succeed in this role:• Proven experience delivering operational excellence, transformation or consulting initiatives in complex environments• Strong financial acumen with the ability to link operational actions to P&L and cash outcomes• Advanced analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities, with experience using data to drive decisions• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programmes and influence senior stakeholders• Strong programme and project management skills, with a focus on execution and results• Ability to adapt quickly and operate effectively in high-impact, ambiguous situationsEven if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!What we offer:We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We offer country-specific benefits to support our employees’ wellbeing, in addition to global benefits such as:• Competitive Annual Incentive Plan• Employee Assistance Program (Assist)• Paid Volunteering opportunities• Employee recognition programme• Wellbeing programs and campaignsReady to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.**If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs - Workday** (myworkday.com)We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you need support with your application email [e-mail] further information on diversity, inclusion and belonging at JM click here to find out more.Are you passionate about sustainable technology solutions, transforming energy, and reducing carbon emissions? At Johnson Matthey, our world-changing careers empower talented individuals to collaborate on impactful projects aimed at decarbonising modern life. Join us in catalysing the net-zero transition for a cleaner, brighter future.