National Operational Excellence Manager

4 days ago

Derrimut, Victoria, Australia Kuehne & Nagel Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Kuehne+Nagel is a global leader in logistics, specialising in innovative supply chain solutions.

At Kuehne+Nagel Australia, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and respectful culture where collaboration thrives, and every voice is valued. Step into a workplace recognised for its commitment to excellence, having earned Great Place to Work recognition for multiple years. Be part of dynamic teams where innovation meets opportunity and join a company that supports your growth while making a difference in the world of logistics. Make your mark with us today

Your primary objective will be to support warehousing + distribution activities in accordance with the overall strategic plan focusing on operational excellence, creating + embedding a framework of continuous improvement across operational activities to both gain + retain customers.

  • To upskill colleagues by delivering training on key productivity improvement tools + programs under the production system/KN Excellence banner.
  • To plan for + implement all annual excellence certification activities for locations/sites under your scope; striving to achieve ever higher levels of operational excellence.
  • To validate + assess continuous improvement projects with a focus on annual hard savings targets.
  • To coach site managers + their teams in the skills needed to drive operational excellence activities.
  • To lead deep dive value streaming analysis (DDVSA) events
  • To deploy KN Excellence site certification road maps containing all 26 continuous improvement elements.
  • To drive + monitor Kaizens for continuous productivity + quality improvements across operational activities

Requirements:

  • Postgraduate certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies preferred
  • 5–10 years of experience in operational roles or continuous improvement positions
  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Deep knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, BPR)
  • Ability to identify inefficiencies and implement effective solutions
  • Proficiency in performance metrics and data analysis tools
  • Drive operational and process improvement initiatives
  • Lead and support change management efforts
  • Monitor and analyze effectiveness of new processes
  • Train teams on operational excellence practices
  • Collaborate with leadership to align improvements with business goals

Along with a competitive remuneration package, we want to make sure our employees are motivated in all aspects. Here in Kuehne+Nagel Australia, we pride ourselves in taking care of our employees with benefits such as:

  • Corporate rates for Private Health Care Insurance
  • Free Flu Vaccination Program
  • Inclusive Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Policy to support all parents
  • Attractive long-service awards
  • Novated leasing
  • Charity and volunteering events
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • And more

If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity and make a difference, apply now and become a part of our dynamic team

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