OPEX Manager – Drive Operational Excellence in a Global Medical Devices Group Introduction: Are you a seasoned Operational Excellence (OPEX) professional with a solid backgroundin Lean Six Sigma and a passion for innovation and continuousimprovement? Our client, a leading multinational in the MedicalDevices sector, is seeking an OPEX Manager to define strategies,implement world-class standards, and lead cross-functionalinitiatives in a dynamic multi-site environment. The Role: As theOPEX Manager, you will be a key member of the Divisional OPEXManagement Team, working closely with the Divisional OPEX Managerto shape the continuous improvement roadmap and translate it intoconcrete actions. In particular, you will: - Define OPEX Standards:Develop and detail “ready-to-use” methodologies, tools, andtemplates to support lean transformation. - Coordinate GlobalRoll-Out: Ensure effective implementation of OPEX Standards acrossall manufacturing sites within the Center of Excellence. - Training& Competence Building: Design and deliver workshops andtraining sessions on Lean/OPEX, Six Sigma, and other processimprovement methodologies, engaging teams at every level. -Assessment & Continuous Improvement: Establish a clearassessment framework (including Quality Gates) to audit and enhancethe adoption of OPEX Standards within plants. - Leadership &Mentorship;: Provide functional leadership to Plant OPEX Managers,offering guidance and professional development support. - ExecutiveCoaching: Collaborate with Management Team to foster a leadershipculture rooted in excellence. - Strategic Planning: Oversee the Strategy Deployment/Target Setting process within the international Competence Center, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. -Performance Monitoring: Supervise SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery,Cost) performance tracking, with a strong focus on identifying anddriving improvement initiatives. - Continuous Improvement Projects:Lead cross-plant initiatives to boost operational efficiency, cutwaste, and optimize processes. - Proactive Process Analysis:Conduct periodic assessments of operational workflows to identifygaps and propose high-impact solutions. Requirements: - Bachelor’sdegree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field(Master’s preferred). - Proven experience in ContinuousImprovement/OPEX roles, ideally in multi-plant environments. - LeanSix Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent certification) with deepknowledge of Lean, Kaizen, and data analysis tools. - Stronganalytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record ofmanaging complex projects from start to finish. - Excellentleadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. -Willingness to travel (25-50% of the time, with potentially higherinitial peaks) and adapt to a dynamic global environment. What WeOffer: - The chance to shape the operational transformation of aglobal organization by driving meaningful, cross-functionalimprovements. - A dynamic, innovative environment that valuesexpertise and encourages professional growth. - Internationalexposure and the opportunity to collaborate with a network of OPEXprofessionals. - Competitive compensation and a clear path forcareer development. Human Value is responsible for activities of Search & Selection (Aut. Min. 7895/RS). Human Value guaranteesequal opportunities (L. 903/77). Interested candidates are invitedto read the information about Privacy (art.13 of EU Regulation2016/679) on www.humanvalue.it #J-18808-Ljbffr