Senior Operational Excellence Leader — Hybrid (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work environment

Pension contribution

Paid leave

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Operational Excellence Manager for our client in Port Elizabeth. The role drives continuous improvement initiatives, optimizes processes, and fosters a culture of excellence across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a strong Lean/Six Sigma background with a proven ability to implement sustainable change and coach teams. The role operates on a hybrid model with regular in-office collaboration and remote work on selected days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Admin, or related field.
• 6-8 years in operational excellence or quality management.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Proven track record leading improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma and related methodologies.
• Develop and implement operational excellence strategies aligned with business goals.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction.
• Coach and mentor teams on best practices for operational excellence.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder influence

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business Administration

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Operational Excellence Manager for our client in Port Elizabeth. The role drives continuous improvement initiatives, optimizes processes, and fosters a culture of excellence across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a strong Lean/Six Sigma background with a proven ability to implement sustainable change and coach teams. The role operates on a hybrid model with regular in-office collaboration and remote work on selected days.