Senior executive – operational excellence & process optimisation

About the Organisation: An established global enterprise in the food production and distribution sector, with operations spanning North America and international markets, is seeking a senior leader to spearhead enterprise-wide process transformation.

Known for its expansive private-label partnerships and ongoing category growth, the organisation continues to invest in operational innovation and customer-centric initiatives.

Role Overview: The successful candidate will lead the organisation’s transformation efforts with a focus on business process optimisation, performance enhancement, and cultural adoption of continuous improvement principles.

This high-impact leadership role requires strong technical and operational acumen, combined with experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing through matrixed relationships.

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Transformation: Design and deploy a company-wide operational improvement strategy addressing people, systems, and workflows Champion scalable process improvements that enable agility, transparency, and consistent execution Introduce and institutionalize structured improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Agile) across business units Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead a team of process owners and project managers via dotted-line reporting relationships Cultivate a performance-driven culture rooted in accountability, ownership, and results Partner with department heads to align improvement initiatives with strategic priorities and customer needs Customer-Focused Execution: Ensure optimisation projects enhance both internal efficiency and end-user experience Establish clear performance metrics and regularly assess the impact of initiatives Leverage data to identify inefficiencies, lead root cause analysis, and guide smart automation investments Change Management: Lead organizational change efforts by developing clear communication strategies and training programs Act as a visible advocate for transformation, consistently engaging stakeholders and senior leaders Build internal capability through mentorship and hands-on coaching in modern improvement tools What You Bring: Experience & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or similar disciplines); graduate degree is advantageous10+ years of senior-level experience in continuous improvement, operations leadership, or business transformation Demonstrated success in managing change across complex organizations with cross-functional teams Recognized credentials in project or process management (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt)Skills: Deep knowledge of Lean principles, process reengineering, and performance analytics Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational influence Strong command of digital project management platforms (Smartsheet experience a plus)Skilled in leading through ambiguity and driving sustained performance improvement Additional Info: Role includes limited travel (approximately 5–10%)Hybrid work model with periodic on-site collaboration Ready to Drive Change?This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape the operational future of a dynamic, growth-focused organisation.

If you’re passionate about delivering meaningful, measurable impact through structured transformation, we invite you to apply.