Are you interested in enhancing the performance of manufacturing processes? Do you have experience in applying Lean Manufacturing techniques and a successful track record in operational improvement? If so, we’d like to welcome you to our team as a Senior Operational Excellence Manager at one of our factories in Poland (Gniezno or Namysłów).
Your Role
As a Senior Operational Excellence Manager, you will play a strategic role within our Operational Excellence Team in Operations & Supply. While this position does not involve direct people management, it is instrumental in overseeing lean operations and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Your goal will be to :
- Act as a strong partner in implementing global standards across VELUX Production Sites
- Enable our operations to identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement solutions for critical business challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Guide and engage in collaborative efforts across different functions within Operations & Supply, focusing on creating and implementing global standards.Facilitate global Kaizen events.Provide on-site support to production companies in applying Lean tools.Manage global programs and processes.Oversee large-scale global improvement initiatives.Deliver training sessions on Lean tools and the VELUX Operating System.Your Qualifications
5–10 years of experience across various functions in a global Supply Chain environment.Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing as both a practitioner and trainer.Demonstrated leadership abilities paired with effective project management experience.Proficient management and stakeholder engagement skills.A skilled relationship builder who thrives in ambiguity.Solid business acumen and holistic understanding of operations.Effective communication skills.Academic or professional background in Operations or Supply Chain Development.Willingness to travel approximately 40–60 days per year.What We Offer
A collaborative and respectful work environment built on trust.Employment with a company that has been thriving in Poland for 35 years!A collaborative international teamAnnual performance-based bonus.Private medical care, life insurance, and Multisport membership.Social Fund benefits, including holiday gifts for employees and their children.Fully employer-funded Employee Pension Program (PPE) at 3.5%.Tailored career development opportunities, including training and education support.Financial support for summer day camps for employees' children.Assistance from the Employee Foundation.Discounts on VELUX products—and much more.Application and Contact
Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application and CV as soon as possible.
