Director of Continuous Improvement

I am Sara, an Executive Consultant, with over 10 years of experience in executive recruitment and consulting for top-tier companies. Projekts is proud to collaborate with international clients, including (Fortune 500 companies), operating in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are currently seeking for a Regional Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Senior Manager – Europe (M/F) Tier-1 Automotive Supplier, located in several eruopean countries depending your preference whoth a lot of travel involved.

Main description:Lean Culture Ambassador: You lead by example, cultivating a Lean culture across all plants under your scope. You pursue the true north star. You believe there is always a better way to run our supply chain — and you live by it. You challenge the status quo daily, pushing us to be better than yesterday and tomorrow better than today.Supply Chain Strategist: You co-develop the strategic roadmap for your region’s supply chain, adapted to plant maturity and complexity. You leverage and enrich our supply chain playbook to scale initiatives that deliver breakthrough SQDC results.Team Coach: With boots on the ground, at Gemba, you are constantly present at the point of impact, shape mindsets with clarity, train with purpose, and coach with conviction. You set the tone and mindset for roles impacted by transformation. Around you, people understand that we either win or learn — but we prefer to win :)Process-Oriented Leader: You know when to enforce process discipline and when to drive experimentation. You guide teams through the right balance of agility and standardization to achieve the future state at the site level and across central functions. You are the regional source of technical lean skillset to establish processes.Data-Driven Decision-Maker: You trust data, and you expect others to do the same. But you also understand that speed matters. When full visibility isn’t possible, you make informed calls backed by the best available evidence. You balance analysis with action, using data as your compass, not a crutch. Needed Experience: Supply Chain Proven Expertise: Extensive experience in supply chain management, focusing on optimizing processes, reducing lead times, improving customer satisfaction, and ensuring operational efficiency.Lean Transformation Cases: Strong background in driving Lean transformations within supply chain functions, linking Lean principles with supply chain strategies. Simplicity while eliminating waste, implementing pull systems, and leading lead time reduction is a must.Track Record: Proven success in delivering measurable results across multiple supply chain functions, including customer planning, material handling, supply planning, and demand forecasting. Demonstrated ability to overcome challenges and achieve significant improvements while partnering in a matrixed organization.Strategic Thinking: Ability to align supply chain operations with broader business goals, co-developing strategies that support growth and operational excellence across multiple regions and plantsProject Management: Extensive experience managing and delivering complex supply chain projects, from planning through execution, ensuring that project milestones are met and objectives are achieved. Needed Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, operations management, or a related field. Master’s preferred.Technical Lean: Strong understanding of Lean principles and practices, particularly in supply chain. Six Sigma Certified (Green or Black Belt) and APICS certifications are a plus.Languages: Fluent in English; additional European language proficiency is a plus.Communication: Strong verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex ideas simply to various stakeholders. • Digital: Intermediate in Excel level. Business Intelligence (BI) tools, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and understanding the latest supply chain technologies are a plus.Leadership: Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire teams and drive performance.Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and in a matrixed organization, building strong relationships and fostering teamwork. By joining our network of exceptional talents, you will benefit from Projekts' expertise, which has helped hundreds of companies achieve their goals through strong partnerships and a personalized approach. If you are a visionary leader passionate about the automotive industry and ready to take on new challenges, do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to receiving your application! Why choose Projekts to promote your carreer ? Strong Partnerships : Projekts maintains strong partnerships with companies in over 20 countries, offering a unique global perspective for you.Global Expertise : With a global presence, Projekts connects you to best practices and exceptional talents worldwide.Personalized Approach : We commit to understanding the specific needs of each client and candidate, offering tailored solutions to achieve their goals.By joining our network of exceptional talents, you will benefit from Projekts' expertise, which has helped hundreds of companies achieve their goals through strong partnerships and a personalized approach. If you are a visionary leader passionate about the automotive industry and ready to take on new challenges, do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to receiving your application!