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About the Role

Creative Closets is seeking an Assistant Manager of Operational Excellence to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is designed for an ambitious individual with a foundational understanding of operational improvement methodologies and a commitment to driving impactful change within the organization.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager of Operational Excellence will play a key role in defining and implementing the company's Operational Excellence program. This involves leading continuous improvement initiatives across various functions, optimizing processes, enhancing productivity, and ensuring high standards of quality. The role requires a proactive approach to process enhancement and a dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Operational Excellence program, leading continuous improvement initiatives across all organizational functions.
• Lead teams on projects focused on optimizing processes, increasing productivity, and improving quality.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and ensure the effective tracking and implementation of recommended actions.
• Develop comprehensive documentation related to operational processes and maintain key performance metrics.
• Conduct audits to assess results and actively promote the adoption of sustainable operational practices.
• Report on progress, achieved results, and lessons learned from improvement initiatives.
• Foster and cultivate a strong culture of Operational Excellence throughout the organization.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Industrial Engineering.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in applying Lean principles or driving process improvements.
• Familiarity with operational improvement tools and methodologies, including Lean and Kaizen.
• Proficiency in data analysis to effectively track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for improvement.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and project management skills are essential for this role.

Additional Information

A Green Belt certification in Lean or Six Sigma is considered a plus. The position is full-time and located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.