Operational Excellence Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional training

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager to champion continuous improvement across the organization. You will lead Lean, Six Sigma initiatives, optimize processes, and drive a culture of quality and performance.

The role focuses on reducing waste, improving efficiency, mentoring staff, and establishing KPIs to measure impact, with a strong emphasis on change management and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or continuous improvement roles.
• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Black Belt) is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.
• Proven ability to drive significant improvements in operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive operational excellence strategy across the organization.
• Lead and facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement projects.
• Identify areas for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Train and mentor staff on operational excellence methodologies and tools.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency and quality.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement in process enhancement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Facilitation

Communication

Process improvement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven Operational Excellence Manager to champion continuous improvement initiatives within their Nelspruit operations. This role focuses on enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing processes across the organization. You will lead the implementation of methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma, driving a culture of quality and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process improvement, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to influence change across all levels of the business, making a significant impact in Mpumalanga.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive operational excellence strategy across the organization.
• Lead and facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement projects.
• Identify areas for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Train and mentor staff on operational excellence methodologies and tools.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency and quality.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement in process enhancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or continuous improvement roles.
• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Black Belt) is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.
• Proven ability to drive significant improvements in operational performance.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• Key role in driving strategic improvements in Nelspruit .
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.