excellence leader

Suterra

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 
 Be the Force Driving Global Operational Excellence
 
 
 
 Are you ready to lead large-scale transformation across a global manufacturing network? At Suterra, we&rsquo;re shaping the future of sustainable agriculture through science, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of operational excellence. As the Continuous Improvement Lead &ndash; Global Operations, you&rsquo;ll partner directly with our Global Executive Team to define and execute a bold agenda for continuous improvement across Suterra&rsquo;s international footprint.
 
 
 This is not a theoretical role - it&rsquo;s hands-on leadership. You&rsquo;ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with plant teams, functional leaders, and engineers to streamline systems, modernize manufacturing, and embed a culture of continuous improvement that drives measurable, lasting impact.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
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 Define and drive the global improvement agenda in partnership with the Global Executive Team, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives across Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality.
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 Lead complex, cross-functional improvement projects across multiple sites, from manufacturing redesign and automation to product flow optimization and training system transformation.
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 Champion operational excellence through the implementation of Lean practices and data-driven methodologies that enhance productivity, quality, and scalability.
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 Facilitate standardization and best-practice sharing across regions to ensure consistent, world-class operations.
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 Serve as a thought leader and mentor to plant and operations managers, empowering teams to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and strengthen performance.
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 Leverage data and analytics to prioritize opportunities, measure success, and communicate progress to the Executive Team.
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 Partner with Engineering, Finance, and HR to build organizational capability and sustain improvement momentum.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 What You Bring
 
 
 
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 Proven operational leadership experience, ideally including plant management or direct responsibility for manufacturing operations.
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 5&ndash;10+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, or industrial process improvement roles with increasing scope and responsibility.
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 Demonstrated success leading large-scale change initiatives, from concept to execution, in multi-site or global environments.
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 Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured improvement methodologies; certification strongly preferred.
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 Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate executive objectives into actionable plans.
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 Strong communication, facilitation, and influencing skills, able to align diverse stakeholders and inspire accountability at all levels.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
 
 
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 Why Suterra?
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re not just another manufacturing company. Suterra is the world&rsquo;s leader in pheromone-based pest control, part of
 
 The Wonderful Company
 
 family of brands. With a modern, state-of-the-art facility in beautiful
 
 Bend, Oregon
 
 , we&rsquo;re growing fast and investing heavily in innovation, people, and sustainable solutions.
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll join a passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking team where your ideas shape the future of sustainable operations on a global scale.
 
 
 
 Ready to lead the next era of operational excellence? Apply today and help us build something extraordinary?
 
 
 
 
 Suterra Is Wholly Owned By The Wonderful Company
 
 
 
 The Wonderful Company, headquartered in Los Angeles, is a privately held $6 billion global agribusiness company with consumer brands including Wonderful&reg; Pistachios, Wonderful&reg; Halos&reg;, POM Wonderful&reg;, FIJI&reg; Water, JUSTIN&reg; and Landmark&reg; wines, as well as the Teleflora&reg; flower delivery service.
 
 
 To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.
 
 
 The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
 
 
 Learn about sustainable programs and ways we give back to the community!
 
 
 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
 
 
 EEO is the law - click here for more information
 
 
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Continuous Improvement Lead – Global Operations

SMC Ltd

<div>
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 SMC, Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.
 
 
 We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Molding department for a Lean Leader at our Devens, MA location.
 
 
 Responsible for effective implementation and management of lean tools, systems, and principles across site operations. Interacts with all levels of personnel throughout the manufacturing facility in the development and deployment of lean methodologies. Provides hands on expertise, leadership, assistance, mentorship, and recommendations across the organization. Requirements include an applicable B.S. degree or equivalent experience successfully applying lean manufacturing techniques manufacturing and transactional processes.
 
 
 
 Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 The fundamental purpose of this position is to lead initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity in all aspects of the organization's operations. This position involves the implementation and supervision of strategies and processes to promote a culture of continuous improvement and ensure the delivery of exceptional results in terms of operational performance through methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, among others.
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 Strategy Development
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 Collaborate with senior management to implement operational excellence strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
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 Implement continuous improvement strategies using Lean methodologies, Six Sigma and other operational excellence tools.
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 Foster a culture of continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.
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 </ul>
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 Project Management:
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 Lead continuous improvement projects in all functional areas of the organization, identifying optimization opportunities and coordinating cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.
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 Implementation of Methodologies: / Innovation and Continuous Improvement
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 Apply methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Kaizen to eliminate waste, reduce variability and improve operational efficiency in key processes.
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 Identify and implement new technologies and methods to improve productivity and operational efficiency.
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 Facilitate Kaizen sessions, Gemba walk events and other improvement dynamics.
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 Coordinate internal audits of processes and management systems.
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 </ul>
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 Data Analysis:
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 Use analytical tools and cutting-edge technologies to collect, analyze, and present relevant data on operational performance, identifying trends, patterns, and areas for improvement that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
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 Prepare and submit detailed reports on the operational performance and results of improvement projects.
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 Change Management:
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 Facilitate the adoption of organizational and cultural changes needed to drive operational excellence, providing training, communication, and support at all levels of the organization.
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 Talent Development:
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 Oversee and develop the operational excellence team, providing guidance, training, and resources to foster high performance and career growth.
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 Execute training programs for employees in continuous improvement methodologies and operational excellence.
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 Interdepartmental Relations:
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 Collaborate closely with other departments and functions to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure the effective integration of engineering initiatives across all areas of the organization.
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 Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers, and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth collaboration and project success.
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  Lead and implement Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
 
 
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  Conduct
 
 value stream mapping
 
 , time studies, and process flow analyses to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities.
 
 
  Facilitate
 
 Kaizen events
 
 , 5S programs, and root cause problem-solving sessions.
 
 
  Develop and maintain
 
 standardized work
 
 , work instructions, and visual management systems.
 
 
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering) to drive
 
 process optimization and cost reduction
 
 .
 
 
  Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as
 
 OEE, yield, cycle time, and defect rates
 
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  Support
 
 new product introduction (NPI)
 
 by ensuring efficient production layout, material flow, and equipment utilization.
 
 
  Train and coach employees at all levels on
 
 Lean principles and continuous improvement culture
 
 .
 
 
  Participate in
 
 safety and quality improvement initiatives
 
 to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
 
 
  Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities
 
 
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 Proven experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing tools such as:
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 5S, Kaizen, SMED, Kanban, Poka-Yoke
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 Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
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 Standard Work and Visual Management
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 Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Problem-Solving (A3, PDCA)
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 Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology (Green Belt or higher preferred).
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 Strong analytical, project management, and facilitation skills.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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 Proficiency in tools such as MS Office, AutoCAD, and statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab).
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Essential Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 Demonstrates the ability to lead change and members of the organization.
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 Demonstrates the ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
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 Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred.
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 Performance mindset and a passion to improve people, processes and tools.
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 Experience applying lean tools, systems, and principles.
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 Excellent communication.
 
 
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 At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work&mdash;therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
 
 
 SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.
 
 
 Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
 
 
 All applicants must be authorized to work in the US
 
 
 #IND
 
 
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Lean Engineer

aramco

<div>
 
 
 
 JOB TO BE BASED IN SAUDI ARAMCO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking an
 
 Operational Excellence (OE) Professional
 
 to join our Operational Excellence Center of Excellence (OECOE) within Engineering Services.
 
 
 
 
 
 OECOE are responsible for supporting implementation of OE management system across Aramco organization via developing annual schedule, conduct data analytics to identify issues and provide solution and ensure high quality reports to customer.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your primary role to conduct data analytics to get insights that supports OEMS proper deployment and sustained excellence performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:
 
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 Engage with OE teams in achieving overall operational excellence in compliance with Saudi Aramco standards, policies and regulations, objectives and targets.
 
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 Support OE internal assessments, writes assessment reports, and develops action plans and recommendations and related activities leading to OE performance improvements.
 
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 Support operational excellence gap analysis based on the Plan, Do, Check and Adjust (PDCA) quality cycle, and related activities.
 
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 Support the development of OE action plans to close OE gaps and follows up on implementation progress.
 
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 Participate in the Identification of risks hindering OE active deployment and in developing risk mitigation measures to improve overall department OE performance, and engages in OE performance dialogues.
 
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 Participate in OE integrated or "Due Diligence" corporate assessments, writing assessment reports, development of recommendations and action plans related activities leading toOE performance improvements.
 
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 Engage in identifying and controlling of hazards, as well as developing and following up on recommendations as applicable.
 
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 Assist in the preparation and delivery of OE performance presentations to management as required, and maintains department OE manual and procedures, benchmarks, best practices, and OE knowledge sharing activities.
 
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 Assist in the preparation and delivery of operational excellence training courses.
 
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 Support process optimization (Continuous Improvement) and strategy development workshops.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
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 You must hold a Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering AND Master Degree in Business Administration
 
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 Minimum of 20 years' experience in the Oil, Gas or petrochemical Industry. Or Project Management experience in Quality Management and Operational Excellence.
 
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 Operational Excellence/Quality Management Assessment International Certification (e.g., EFQM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, etc.) is essential.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 REGRET ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
 
 
 
 
 
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Operational Excellence Professional (To Be Based in Saudi Arabia)

Hire Rightt - Executive Search & HR Advisory

<div>
 
 The
 
 Director &ndash; Business Excellence
 
 will lead the organization&rsquo;s transformation journey by driving efficiencies across core and support processes, including design, development, delivery, HR, Finance, and Operations. This role is pivotal in advancing process re-engineering initiatives, managing
 
 policies and procedures
 
 , and ensuring alignment with global excellence standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Business Process Framework
 
 : Design and implement policies, procedures, and process maps to streamline operations and eliminate redundancies.
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 Process Improvement
 
 : Apply Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC methodologies to deliver measurable results.
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 Automation &amp; Efficiency
 
 : Identify automation opportunities to improve service quality and operational performance.
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 Compliance &amp; Standards
 
 : Align processes with ISO standards and best practices; prepare for certifications.
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 Excellence Awards
 
 : Develop plans, coordinate submissions, and lead organizational readiness for Excellence Awards.
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 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 : Collaborate with BU CEOs, functional heads, and internal teams to drive initiatives.
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 Training &amp; Reporting
 
 : Deliver process management training and maintain dashboards for compliance tracking.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Graduate degree in Business Excellence/Quality/Business Management; MBA preferred
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 Certifications: Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), ISO Standards, Process Mapping; PMP desirable
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 Knowledge of Balanced Scorecard and Lean Six Sigma methodologies
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
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 8&ndash;12 years of experience, with 4&ndash;5 years in a managerial role
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 Proven track record in business process improvement and excellence frameworks
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 </ul>
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Director Business Excellence

Software Finder Careers

<div>
 
 Position:
 
 People Excellence Executive
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 On-site &ndash; Gulberg, Lahore
 
 
 
 Timings:
 
 1PM-10PM
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 2&ndash;3 Years
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 As a People Excellence Executive, you&rsquo;ll play a key role in ensuring exceptional employee engagement, streamlined HR operations, and a culture that empowers growth. You will be the bridge between our people and processes&mdash;driving initiatives that enhance productivity, satisfaction, and retention.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Oversee end-to-end employee lifecycle management, from onboarding to exit processes, ensuring smooth transitions and a consistent employee experience
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 Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of employee records
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 Conduct onboarding sessions and ensure all employee documentation and system entries are completed in compliance with company standards.
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 Oversee employee benefits administration, including fuel and medical allowances, ensuring accurate processing and record-keeping.
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 Coordinate the account opening process for new hires in collaboration with relevant departments.
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 Collect, validate, and submit all necessary payroll and employee lifecycle-related inputs, ensuring timely processing.
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 Monitor and ensure compliance with internal policies and local labor laws throughout all HR operations.
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 Utilize spreadsheet tools and HR data analytics to track, analyze, and report on key HR metrics for continuous improvement.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
 </li>
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 2&ndash;3 years of relevant HR or people operations experience.
 </li>
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 Strong understanding of HR best practices and labor regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
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 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, nightshift work environment.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Why Join Us?
 
 
 
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 Be part of a collaborative and growth-driven culture.
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 Work closely with a passionate leadership team.
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 Opportunities for professional learning and development.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Software Finder
 
 is a leading B2B SaaS marketplace that helps businesses discover, compare, and select the right software solutions. Our platform connects companies with tailored software options based on their unique needs, supported by verified reviews and expert insights.
 
 
 With a growing portfolio of software categories and a global user base, Software Finder is committed to simplifying the software selection process and empowering businesses to make informed decisions.
 
 
 Our team is driven by a shared mission to innovate, collaborate, and deliver value to our users. As we continue to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about technology, customer success, and making an impact.
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People Excellence Executive

Soar Software Development Company

<div>About us:
Soar is a global fintech startup that specializes in financing and investment. Currently headquartered in Saudi Arabia, Soar is growing throughout the region with a mission to help people achieve their financial goals with innovative financial and property investment solutions and tools through its multi-purpose platform, designed to offer a simple and seamless user experience.
Role Summary:
The Process Excellence &amp; Governance manager is the enterprise owner of process design, improvement, and governance across the company. The role is accountable for defi ning how work fl ows end-to-end within and between departments, ensuring processes are scalable, effi cient, and increasingly enabled by AI and automation.
This role does not run day-to-day operations. Instead, it establishes the process architecture, standards, controls, and continuous improvement system that operational teams execute against.
Key responsibilities:
1. Enterprise Process Ownership<ul>
<li>
Own the company-wide process architecture, including core, supporting, and management processes</li>
<li>Design and document end-to-end, cross-functional processes covering all major value streams</li>
<li>Defi ne clear process ownership, handoff s, decision rights, and escalation paths</li>
<li>Ensure processes are designed for scale, resilience, and regulatory compliance</li>
</ul>
2. Process Design &amp; Standardization<ul>
<li>
Lead current-state and future-state process design across departments</li>
<li>Establish process standards, templates, and design principles</li>
<li>Eliminate redundant, confl icting, or undocumented processes</li>
<li>Ensure consistency of process execution across teams while allowing controlled flexibility</li>
<li>3. AI-Enabled Process Improvement</li>
</ul><ul><li>Identify opportunities to reduce cycle time, manual effort, and rework using AI and automation</li>
<li>Redesign processes to leverage AI for decision support, validation, classification, and exception handling</li>
<li>Partner with Product, Engineering, and Data teams to embed AI capabilities directly into workflows</li>
<li>Ensure AI usage is governed, explainable, auditable, and aligned with risk appetite</li>
</ul>
4. Process Governance &amp; Change Control<ul>
<li>
Establish and operate the enterprise process governance model</li>
<li>Define rules for process changes, versioning, approvals, and impact assessment</li>
<li>Chair or manage the process review and change control forum</li>
<li>Enforce adherence to approved processes and standards</li>
</ul>
5. Performance Management &amp; Measurement<ul>
<li>
Define process-level KPIs (cycle time, touchless rate, exception rate, rework, compliance pass rate)</li>
<li>Ensure performance metrics are instrumented within systems, not managed manually</li>
<li>Monitor process performance trends and identify systemic improvement opportunities</li>
<li>Provide leadership with fact based insights on operational performance.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Skills:
. 5+ years in Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, or Business Transformation
. Experience designing operating models for:
. Startups
. Greenfield initiatives
. Pre-launch or scale up environments
. Strong exposure to fintech, SaaS, or digital platforms
. Proven experience increasing productivity through AI and automation, not just headcount or tooling Certifications &amp; Credentials.
. Lean Six Sigma &ndash; Green Belt or Black Belt
. Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
. ISO 9001
. Exposure to ISO 27001 and data governance standards is a plus AI &amp; Digital Capability
. Strong understanding of how AI can be applied to:
. Knowledge work
. Decision flows
. Operational productivity
. Ability to translate AI capabilities into practical process designs
. Comfortable working with Product, Engineering, and Data teams on AI delivery Mindset &amp; Behaviors
. Builder mentality; designs before scaling
. Strong bias for simplicity and leverage
. Data driven, structured, and execution focused
. Believes productivity comes from better systems, not harder work</div>

Excellence & Governance Manager

ISO Management Consultancy

Required Results-driven Business Excellence professional with more then 6 years of experience in Total Quality Management, Business Process Reengineering, and Digital Transformation across various sectors like insurance, services, construction, real estate, and automotive industries. should have Proven expertise in implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies, driving structured problem-solving projects, and deploying KPI-based performance monitoring to achieve operational excellence.Should have expertise in Business Process Reengineering to Streamlining processes through Lean Six Sigma methodologies and BPMN., Risk identification, analysis and ensuring the mitigation by establishing controls in the business processes, Measuring and Monitoring the Process incremental performance by establishing KPI&rsquo;s and Guiding for continuous improvements.Key Skills &amp; Tools BPMN, Lean six sigma black belt ,ISO, TQM Agile Problem prevention &amp; solving Leadership , Data analysis ,Risk management,Visio , Minitab Power BI DesktopJob Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

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