Senior Process Improvement Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work opportunity

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Learning and certification support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Process Improvement Specialist to drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives across business and manufacturing processes. The role is fully remote, supporting operations with distributed teams and a strong focus on cost reduction and quality improvements.

The candidate will develop business cases, set KPIs, and coach teams through complex improvement programs from initiation to completion, requiring advanced analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in process improvement, Lean or Six Sigma roles.
• Proven track record delivering significant process improvements.
• Expertise in continuous improvement methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder influence.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma.
• Analyze existing processes to identify optimization, waste reduction and cost savings.
• Develop and present business cases for proposed changes with plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive changes and adoption.
• Establish KPIs to measure effectiveness of improvements.
• Provide training and coaching on process improvement tools and techniques.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

Value stream mapping

Process mapping

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Process Improvement Specialist to join their organization, supporting operations remotely. This role is dedicated to identifying, analyzing, and implementing improvements across various business and manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality. You will leverage methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma to drive significant operational enhancements. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for optimization and a proven ability to manage complex improvement projects from initiation to completion, working effectively with distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Analyze existing business and manufacturing processes to identify areas for optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings.
• Develop and present business cases for proposed process changes, outlining expected benefits and implementation plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive process changes and ensure successful adoption.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Provide training and coaching on process improvement tools and techniques to team members.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process improvement , Lean, or Six Sigma roles.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering significant process improvement projects.
• Expertise in various continuous improvement methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity, providing exceptional flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certification support.