Senior Operational Excellence Manager – Pharma Manufacturing

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Manager in Gqeberha. This senior-level position involves driving performance improvement through Operational Excellence methodologies, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a track record in operational transformation within highly regulated environments. This role offers the chance to lead impactful initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Ten years of production experience in a Senior Management role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes in regulated industries.
• Proven experience in leading process improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deploy the Operational Excellence strategy.
• Conduct site diagnostics and implement Tactical Improvement Plans.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics.

Skills

Operational transformation

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

BSc Industrial Engineering

B.Pharm

Degree in Operations Management

Job description

A leading firm in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Manager in Gqeberha. This senior-level position involves driving performance improvement through Operational Excellence methodologies, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a track record in operational transformation within highly regulated environments. This role offers the chance to lead impactful initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.