business excellence leader

Confidential

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 We are seeking a dynamic
 
 Business Excellence &amp; Governance Lead
 
 to design, implement, and continuously enhance the group&rsquo;s business governance framework. The role will oversee process optimization, SOP implementation, workflow standardization, and performance governance across all shared services including Finance, HR, Procurement, Marketing, and other key support functions.
 
 
 
 
 
 This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring consistency, accountability, and operational discipline across the organization while supporting digital transformation and system alignment (Oracle NetSuite, Notion, BPM tools).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Governance Framework Development:
 
 Design, document, and maintain comprehensive group-level Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and workflows to ensure structured and compliant operations.
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 Process Reengineering:
 
 Lead process improvement initiatives and internal audits to streamline operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and ensure adherence to governance standards.
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 Performance Governance:
 
 Establish KPI frameworks, performance tracking mechanisms, and dashboards that translate governance objectives into measurable outcomes.
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 Compliance &amp; Policy Management:
 
 Coordinate with Legal to align business operations with compliance, risk management, and governance policies.
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 System &amp; Process Integration:
 
 Work closely with Finance and IT teams to align systems such as Oracle NetSuite, Notion, and BPM tools with governance frameworks and operational needs.
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 Project Governance:
 
 Oversee and manage group-wide projects to ensure timely execution, budget adherence, and delivery excellence.
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 Continuous Improvement:
 
 Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring operational excellence and business efficiency across functions.
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 Qualifications &amp; Requirements:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.
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 Minimum 7&ndash;10 years of experience in business excellence, process governance, or transformation roles, ideally within a diversified group or shared services environment.
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 Strong understanding of business process management (BPM), SOP frameworks, and internal control systems.
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 Hands-on experience with governance tools and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle NetSuite, Notion, or similar).
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 Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive alignment across departments.
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 Exceptional analytical, documentation, and reporting skills.
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 Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, with a structured and execution-focused mindset.
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Business Excellence & Governance Lead

Siemens Energy

<div>A Snapshot of Your Day 
Join us as the Head of Productivity Improvement Programs, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Reporting directly to the Head of Large Generators, you will strategically manage three key departments: Training, Business Excellence, and Cost Out Programs. In this collaborative role, you will work closely with department managers and senior leaders across the organization to ensure that all initiatives, including Manufacturing Processes &amp; Governance, align with our company objectives, foster continuous improvement, and deliver measurable results. You will utilize your strategic thinking to navigate complex challenges, drive results through a strong focus on outcomes, and lead your team with a collaborative spirit. Your financial acumen will guide cost-saving initiatives, while your adaptability will help you thrive in a dynamic environment. Embrace continuous learning to stay ahead in process improvement and influence key stakeholders through effective negotiation.
How You&rsquo;ll Make an Impact<ul><li>
Department Leadership: Oversee the Training, Business Excellence, and Cost Out Programs, providing clear direction and strategic vision while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Collaborate closely with the Operational Excellence lead and Large Generator Manufacturing teams on Manufacturing Processes &amp; Governance initiatives.</li><li>
Training Management: Lead the design and delivery of training programs that enhance employee skills, support operational excellence, and promote a culture of continuous learning.</li><li>
Business Excellence Optimization: Analyze and standardize Business Processes and Data Analytics to increase efficiency, improve productivity, and enhance output quality.</li><li>
Cost Out Initiatives: Direct cost reduction programs for Large Generators &amp; Combustion products, identifying savings opportunities and negotiating with stakeholders to ensure sustainable financial benefits.</li><li>
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with other departments and senior leaders to align and support productivity improvement initiatives, interfacing proactively with Finance during transfer price updates.</li><li>
Data Maintenance and Reporting: Ensure data quality and maintenance of LGN cost out initiatives in the Prioneer and OPW databases, providing monthly updates and aligning with other Gas Services Central Productivity Improvement organizations.</li><li>
Performance Measurement: Establish metrics and reporting systems to track progress, evaluate outcomes, and communicate results to executive management.</li><li>
Change Management: Drive change management initiatives while maximizing material continuity across our product portfolio, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement throughout implementation phases.</li></ul>
What You Bring<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or business management (master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>
7 or more years of experience in operational leadership, productivity improvement, or process optimization; candidates with more experience may be considered for a higher level.</li><li>
Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams and large-scale programs.</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>
Experience with change management and organizational development.</li><li>
Knowledge of Generator &amp; Combustion products is a plus.</li><li>
Occasional travel will be required to all sites or for industry benchmarking and training purposes.</li><li>
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.</li></ul>
About the Team
Gas Services
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Rewards<ul><li>
Career growth and development opportunities</li><li>
Supportive work culture</li><li>
Company paid Health and wellness benefits</li><li>
Paid Time Off and paid holidays</li><li>
401K savings plan with company match</li><li>
Family building benefits</li><li>
Parental leave</li></ul>
Jobs &amp; Careers: https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs</div>

Head of Productivity Improvement Programs

<div>A Snapshot of Your Day
As the Head of Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing, you will leverage your strategic thinking and business acumen to drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple plant locations. In this pivotal role, you will lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance productivity, and reduce waste, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Your ability to influence and manage change will be essential in achieving growth objectives, improving customer satisfaction, and maintaining a competitive edge. You will transparently track organizational results through strategic Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and operational KPIs, demonstrating your results orientation. Reporting directly to the Head of Large Generators (LGN), you will collaborate with department managers and senior leaders to ensure alignment and success.
How You&rsquo;ll Make an Impact<ul><li>
Operational Excellence Strategy:Collaborate with Manufacturing to develop and execute strategies that address challenges and meet plant goals, maintaining a project database to ensure improvements yield expected results.</li><li>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with production, supply chain, quality, engineering, and other units to identify and implement improvement opportunities.</li><li>
Best Practice Sharing:Promote a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices across departments and benchmarking against industry standards.</li><li>
Large Generators (LGN) Lean Program Manager:Achieve certification as the Lean Program Manager, representing LGN and complete the Lean Maturity Assessment to design projects that close identified gaps.</li><li>
Lean Instruction Delivery:Create and deliver Lean training programs for employees at all levels, collaborating with the Training department to maintain attendance records.</li><li>
Process Optimization:Utilize Lean methodologies such as Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness, leading projects to reduce operational costs.</li><li>
Change Management:Drive organizational change initiatives with effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>
Team Leadership:Build and mentor a high-performing team of Lean professionals, ensuring alignment with operational needs through regular engagement with business partners.</li><li>
Objectives and Key Results Deployment &amp; KPI Tracking:Lead the deployment of OKRs reflecting LGN strategic initiatives and track KPIs for operational excellence, presenting insights to senior management.</li></ul>
What You Bring<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, business, operations management, or a related field (master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>
10 or more years of experience in business excellence, lean manufacturing, or operational improvement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Candidates with more experience may be considered for a higher level.</li><li>
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification preferred.</li><li>
Proven success in leading lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.</li><li>
Occasional travel will be required to different sites depending on the business needs.</li><li>
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.</li></ul>
About the Team
Gas Services
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Rewards<ul><li>
Career growth and development opportunities</li><li>
Supportive work culture</li><li>
Company paid Health and wellness benefits</li><li>
Paid Time Off and paid holidays</li><li>
401K savings plan with company match</li><li>
Family building benefits</li><li>
Parental leave</li></ul>
Jobs &amp; Careers: https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs</div>

Head of Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing

Roche

<div>At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.<div>
The Position</div>
We are Roche 
A healthier future. It&rsquo;s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. 
Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. 
That&rsquo;s what makes us Roche. 
Job Mission
As the Business Value Lead (BVL), you will play a pivotal role in shaping Roche Egypt&rsquo;s commercial strategy and driving measurable business value across key healthcare accounts. 
You will lead the Business Value Partner (BVP) team to deliver high-impact, sustainable outcomes for patients, healthcare ecosystems, and the organization&mdash;anchored in Roche&rsquo;s purpose of doing now what patients need next.
Reporting to the Head of Customer Engagement and Health Solutions, you will act as a strategic orchestrator and business catalyst, ensuring cross-functional alignment, operational excellence, and long-term value creation across Roche&rsquo;s priority portfolios and disease areas. 
Your Impact
Strategic Thinking &amp; Business Acumen<ul><li>
Define and steer the national Business Value strategy, translating enterprise and disease-area outcomes into actionable account strategies.</li><li>
Enable the BVP team to deliver end-to-end value creation through deep customer partnerships and impactful account plans.</li><li>
Monitor market dynamics, competitive landscape, and access trends to identify emerging opportunities and mitigate business risks.</li></ul>
Commercial &amp; Financial Accountability<ul><li>
Oversee &amp; drive tender management for non-UPA accounts, ensuring strategic and compliant execution.</li><li>
Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to validate forecasts, challenge assumptions, and ensure commercial decisions are data-driven and value-oriented.</li><li>
Ensure sustainable business growth through disciplined portfolio management and long-term customer engagement.</li></ul>
CX-Facing Organization Leadership<ul><li>
Lead, coach, and develop the Business Value Partners team, fostering a culture grounded in Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach (VACC) leadership.</li><li>
Build a high-performing, empowered team that thrives on collaboration, agility, and accountability.</li><li>
Embed agile ways of working, a feedback-driven mindset, and continuous learning to drive performance and innovation.</li><li>
Lead, coach, and empower BVPs to deliver impactful customer engagement, generating actionable insights that inform and enrich the Disease Area strategy.</li><li>
Design and sustain the BVP team architecture &amp; resource modeling by ensuring clarity in the role purpose, mission, and accountabilities.</li><li>
Provide strategic clarity, coaching, and performance insights to empower BVPs across the different ecosystems to deliver meaningful outcomes that are in line with the disease area priorities.</li><li>
Partner with capability and learning functions to co-create targeted development and upskilling plans aligned with current and future business needs.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with senior leaders and functional heads to ensure that the team continuously evolves to meet strategic and customer-driven priorities</li><li>
Inspire and coach individuals toward performance excellence and continuous development, aligning with Roche&rsquo;s leadership and growth expectations.</li><li>
Conduct regular one-to-one check-ins and ongoing career and development discussions to identify aspirations, strengths, and development needs.</li><li>
Provide strategic oversight to ensure that each BVP has a tailored, impactful development plan that supports both business priorities and future talent readiness.</li><li>
Foster a high-performance, learning-oriented culture built on coaching, mentoring, and shared accountability for growth and results.</li></ul> 
Strategic &amp; Inclusive Leadership<ul><li>
Model inclusive leadership enables a psychologically safe, highly-performing, and purpose-driven environment where collaboration, accountability, and delivery thrive.</li><li>
Champion a customer-centric mindset by inspiring teams to amplify the CX voice and deliver consistent, high-value engagements that evolve with ecosystem needs.</li><li>
Embed a culture of continuous learning through structured feedback loops that translate insights from customers and teams into actionable performance improvements.</li><li>
Authentically confront challenges in a constructive approach, helping individuals build self-awareness and unlock their full potential through coaching and mentoring.</li><li>
Act as a connector and integrator across the ecosystem, driving alignment, shared ownership, and enterprise-wide impact.</li></ul>
License to Operate<ul><li>
Ensure integrity, compliance and maintain our licence to operate in any external engagements, partnerships, collaborations, interfaces, decisions, negotiations, and contracting in Egypt.</li><li>
Ensure that the function proactively engages with internal compliance and legal resources to ensure full compliance before taking action and/or committing Roche to activities externally.</li></ul>
Who You Are<ul><li>You hold a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Life Sciences or a related health field; holding master&rsquo;s in Health Economics, Public Health, PharmD, or MBA is a strong plus.</li><li>You have 7+ years of experience in a senior customer-facing role (ie; access ,sales, medical, or marketing), and proven track record in leading cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>You are able to synthesize &amp; collectively translate diverse market insights &amp; global directions into a clear vision &amp; forward-looking strategies.</li><li>You demonstrate strong analytical mindset, and ability to connect systems to navigate business complexity and environment ambiguity.</li></ul>
&ndash; You inspire and mobilize cross-functional teams toward common goals.
&ndash; You adapt quickly to changes and drive collaborative execution in a matrixed environment.
&ndash; You embody the Roche leadership commitments as a Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach&mdash;. You live our core values of Passion, Integrity, and Courage, creating an environment where people thrive and patients benefit.<div>
Who we are</div>
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100&rsquo;000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact. 
Let&rsquo;s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Business Value Lead

Lorien

Business Change Lead x 2 Reading or Glasgow (1 - 2 days onsite per month) ASAP - March 2026 £500 - £600/day inside IR35 Lorien's Utilities client are currently recruiting for 2 x Business Change Leads to join on an inside IR35 contract basis. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Experience of creating, managing and executing a change and engagement plan working in a complex and fast moving delivery environment</li><li>Experience of creating, editing and reviewing communication materials with stakeholders to ensure alignment of key messaging.</li><li>Experience of working within an IT Delivery environment, through coaching and support ensure that Delivery Leads communicate through the agreed frameworks to the wider business and that communications non technical and support delivery success.</li><li>Experience of working in a large team of Business Change and Engagement professionals ensuring alignment to delivery requirements.</li><li>Drive change impact assessments from creation to delivery.</li><li>Lead and support people change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption.</li><li>Translate technical plans into business-ready communications and training materials.</li><li>Strong stakeholder and communication management skills.</li><li>Experience working within a complex, multi-departmental environment</li></ul> Should this position be of interest please submit your CV and I will be in contact as required. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Business Change Lead

AD Ports Group

Job DescriptionLeads business process improvement initiatives that result in operational efficiencies and/or an increase in customer satisfaction. Assists in development of Nishan Security Services  business process improvement methodology and in the implementation of a business process improvement capability.ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities: Support strategic planning by contributing to the development and execution of plans aligned with organizational goals. Coordinate with departments such as Security Operations, International, and Business Support to ensure seamless integration of initiatives. Monitor performance metrics and lead initiatives to improve efficiency and service delivery. Use AI tools to analyze data, generate insights, and support decision-making across projects and operations. Maintain and enhance operational dashboards using AI and analytics to track KPIs and performance trends. Manage assigned projects, ensuring timelines, resources, and deliverables are aligned with business objectives. Apply Lean principles to identify inefficiencies and implement process enhancements. Assist in implementing controls and monitoring risks to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. Mentor team members in project management, Lean practices, and basic AI literacy to build internal capabilities. Facilitate clear and consistent communication with stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and outcomes. Assess new tools and technologies, including AI platforms, for potential adoption to improve operations. Support resource allocation and capacity planning to meet project and operational needs. Organize and deliver training sessions to promote continuous learning and improvement across the team. Encourage experimentation with digital solutions and contribute to pilot programs for new technologies. Maintain accurate project documentation, including RAID logs, charters, and lessons learned, ensuring transparency and accountability.Qualifications Bachelor s Degree

Manager Business Transformation & Excellence

Abu Dhabi ports

<div>Leads business process improvement initiatives that result in operational efficiencies and/or an increase in customer satisfaction. Assists in development of Nishan Security Services&rsquo; business process improvement methodology and in the implementation of a business process improvement capability.</div>
 <div><div><ul><li>Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: &bull; Support strategic planning by contributing to the development and execution of plans aligned with organizational goals. 
&bull; Coordinate with departments such as Security Operations, International, and Business Support to ensure seamless integration of initiatives. 
&bull; Monitor performance metrics and lead initiatives to improve efficiency and service delivery. 
&bull; Use AI tools to analyze data, generate insights, and support decision-making across projects and operations. 
&bull; Maintain and enhance operational dashboards using AI and analytics to track KPIs and performance trends. 
&bull; Manage assigned projects, ensuring timelines, resources, and deliverables are aligned with business objectives. 
&bull; Apply Lean principles to identify inefficiencies and implement process enhancements. 
&bull; Assist in implementing controls and monitoring risks to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. 
&bull; Mentor team members in project management, Lean practices, and basic AI literacy to build internal capabilities. 
&bull; Facilitate clear and consistent communication with stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and outcomes. 
&bull; Assess new tools and technologies, including AI platforms, for potential adoption to improve operations. 
&bull; Support resource allocation and capacity planning to meet project and operational needs. 
&bull; Organize and deliver training sessions to promote continuous learning and improvement across the team. 
&bull; Encourage experimentation with digital solutions and contribute to pilot programs for new technologies. 
&bull; Maintain accurate project documentation, including RAID logs, charters, and lessons learned, ensuring transparency and accountability.</li></ul></div></div>
 <div><ul><li>Qualifications: Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li></ul></div>

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