Head of Operational Excellence

Job Summary: The Head of Operational Excellence is a corporate, enterprise-wide role mandated to define, govern, and institutionalize Operational Excellence (OpEx) across all entities of the holding. The role ensures end-to-end alignment between strategy, operating models, processes, performance management, and organizational capabilities. The position acts as a core mechanism for disciplined strategy execution, moving beyond continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma) to drive structural enhancements in process architecture, operational governance, performance accountability, and related disciplines.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence Strategy & Governance
• Business Process Management & Reengineering
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Transformation
• Performance Management & KPI Frameworks
• Cost Optimization & Value Creation
• Digital Transformation Alignment
• Change Management & Capability Development
• Risk, Quality & Compliance Support

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred (MBA, MSc in Operations Excellence/Management).
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Operational Excellence or Process Improvement.
• Proven track record in enterprise-wide transformation and reengineering.
• Experience with process automation and performance analytics is an asset.
• Experience in aquaculture or agriculture is an advantage
• Professional Certifications:
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (mandatory) or Master Black Belt (preferred).
• Certification in CBPL (Certified Business Process Leader) or similar.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage.

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted