Cooling Operations Transformation Leader

What will you do?

Standardization of Production Processes:


* Assessment of Current State: Analyse existing production processes across different facilities to identify variations, inefficiencies, and areas for standardization.


* Developing Standardized Best Practices: Define and document standardized best practices for core production processes based on efficiency, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.


* Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Develop clear, concise, and visual SOPs that can be consistently implemented across all production facilities.


* Implementing Standardized Metrics and KPIs.


* Auditing and Monitoring Compliance.

Driving Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness:


* Identifying Efficiency Improvement Opportunities: Analyse production data and processes to pinpoint areas where efficiency can be improved, waste can be reduced, and costs can be optimized.


* Analysing and Controlling Production Costs.


* Benchmarking Performance.


* Driving Continuous Improvement Culture.

Implementing and Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Operational Performance:


* Developing Technology Implementation Roadmaps.


* Leading Technology Deployment Projects.


* Leveraging Data Analytics for Insights and Decision-Making.

Leadership and Collaboration:


* Developing and Communicating Vision


* Influencing and Aligning Stakeholders


* Building and Leading Cross-Functional Teams


* Managing Change Effectively


* Reporting on Progress and Impact

Experience & Background:


* 15+ years in manufacturing, operational excellence, or industrial engineering.


* 5-7 years in leadership of site level operational transformations or standardization.


* Proven track record in quantifiable results (efficiency, cost reduction).


* Familiarity with energy management/industrial sectors

Core Skills & Competencies:


* Lean & Six Sigma Expertise: Deep practical application (e.g., VSM, Kaizen, Black Belt).


* Process Standardization: Ability to design, document, and implement SOPs.


* Digital Transformation: Strong grasp of Industry 4.0 (IoT, AI/ML, MES, ERP, automation).


* Data-Driven Decision Making: Expert in KPIs, data analysis, and visualization.


* Cost Management: Skilled in cost analysis and building business cases.


* Influencing & Stakeholder Management: Excellent at gaining buy-in across all levels.


* Change Management: Leads organizational change, addresses resistance effectively.


* Cross-Functional Leadership: Builds and motivates high-performing teams.


* Resilience & Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments.

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What's in it for you?


* Permanent contract;


* Flexibility on the job;


* Exciting work in an international company, with opportunities to lead and contribute to various projects by collaborating wi...