Process Improvement Manager - Operations Excellence

BDP International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PSA BDP is seeking a Process Improvement Manager - Operations Excellence to lead global OPS EXL project portfolios with a focus on process improvements and automation. This role works across operations, technology, analytics and CoEs to drive end-to-end delivery and ROI.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10 years in 3PL or supply chain, strong leadership, analytical acumen, and Lean Six Sigma or related certification. This remote role supports the US market with an emphasis on broader global initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in 3PL or supply chain management.
• 5 years project management experience
• 5 years experience in handling large/complex technology projects portfolio and budgets
• Experience in navigating global organizational complexity and execution of large projects
• Experience in putting together artifacts for executive level consumption
• Degree in Engineering or business management
• Excellent leadership, analytical and people skills
• Lean Six sigma or related Continuous improvement program certification or experience
• Project management certification or skills

Responsibilities

• Part of global OPS EXL global organization
• Responsible for assigned OPS EXL projects in all areas - Operations, technology, analytics and functional (CoEs) with a special focus on improvements/automation
• End to end project portfolio management for technology leaning projects
• Responsible for allocated budget spend and ROI on the spend
• Close collaboration with core CoE partners (IT/Digital) and also global OPS EXL team stakeholders
• Responsible for inception to execution of all assigned initiatives under the business process improvement / automation program
• Accountable for thorough documentation of the program (exec presentations, business cases, portfolio tracking, individual project updates, escalations, etc.)
• Self starter and can do attitude
• Tracking and reporting projects/ portfolios under overall OPS EXL target monitor
• Escalations and conflict resolution in projects
• Stakeholder management within assigned projects. Be a leader for change management
• Act as trainer and execution specialist for OPS EXL and related initiatives
• Work closely with EPI centers, operations, technology and functional teams
• Job scope not limited to above-mentioned responsibilities, candidate must be flexible and willing to work on tasks and assignments in the global OPS EXL, Operations and CoE context.

Skills

Project management

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Analytical skills

People skills

Lean Six Sigma

Change management

Education

Engineering or business management degree

Job description

Process Improvement Manager - Operations Excellence - (8756)

Job Title

Process Improvement Manager - Operations Excellence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Location

Remote (Virtual) - US - US (Primary)

Manager

Category

Operations

Job Type

Permanent

Job Description

About PSA BDP:

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Job Summary:

The OPS EXL Process Improvement Program Manager is responsible for PSA BDP’s global OPS EXL team’s project portfolio/program management with a special focus on process improvements and process automation.

Responsibilities:

Part of global OPS EXL global organization

Responsible for assigned OPS EXL projects in all areas - Operations, technology, analytics and functional (CoEs) with a special focus on improvements/automation

End to end project portfolio management for technology leaning projects

Responsible for allocated budget spend and ROI on the spend

Close collaboration with core CoE partners (IT/Digital) and also global OPS EXL team stakeholders

Responsible for inception to execution of all assigned initiatives under the business process improvement / automation program

Accountable for thorough documentation of the program (exec presentations, business cases, portfolio tracking, individual project updates, escalations, etc.)

Self starter and can do attitude (this role does not have direct reports, candidate must be able to work to influence all parties involved)

Tracking and reporting projects/ portfolios under overall OPS EXL target monitor

Escalations and conflict resolution in projects

Stakeholder management within assigned projects. Be a leader for change management

Act as trainer and execution specialist for OPS EXL and related initiatives

Work closely with EPI centers, operations, technology and functional teams

Job scope not limited to above-mentioned responsibilities, candidate must be flexible and willing to work on tasks and assignments in the global OPS EXL, Operations and CoE context.

Job Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

5-10 years experience in 3PL or supply chain management arena

5 years project management experience

5 years experience in handling large/complex technology projects portfolio and budgets

Experience in navigating global organizational complexity and execution of large projects

Experience in putting together artifacts for executive level consumption

Degree in Engineering or business management

Excellent leadership, analytical and people skills

Lean Six sigma or related Continuous improvement program certification or experience

Project management certification or skills

***Thisis a great opportunity to advance your career! Come join our growing BDP team!***

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