Business Improvement Manager

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Monza, Monza e Brianza, ITA
In-Office
45K-45K Annually
Senior level
Industrial
The Role
Lead and implement continuous improvement and change projects across divisions: analyze processes and KPIs, drive DMAIC problem resolution, run Lean/Kaizen activities, coach teams, monitor project portfolio, and support cross-functional implementation to increase efficiency and customer focus.
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Introduction

ALFA LAVAL is a Swedish multinational company operating in Italy for over 140 years with several sales offices, manufacturing and research and development.

At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

As a member of our team, you thrive in a truly diverse workplace based on empowerment. You are here to make a difference. Constantly building bridges to the future with sustainable solutions that have an impact on our planet’s most urgent problems. Making the world a better place. Every day.

Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet.

We’re looking for a passionate “Business Improvement Manager" for our Adriatic Region.

Who you are 

You enjoy the continuous improvement of processes and are happy to take responsibility for the development and implementation of these in operational processes with the aim of making them as efficient as possible.

You will critically question existing processes of action and their impact on the overall organization and advise on cross-departmental synergy effects. With your extensive experience in supervising change projects, you make a valuable contribution to making working with our customers even easier.

With your persuasiveness and moderation skills, you can bring project teams to peak performance and provide them with methodical support in project implementation.

  • An open-minded person willing to teamwork
  • A flexible person
  • An excellent communicator
  • An innovative person with look forward aptitude

What about the job

In your role you will:

  • Support the concrete implementation of the change measures and work in close cooperation with interfaces in all divisions, shared service, communication and HR
  • Implement and analyze KPIs, possible improvement potentials in a fast-moving environment in order to identify and understand potentials and derive action plans. In this context, you know how to drive Problem Resolution Processes, with high focus in basic techniques like DMAIC.
  • Lead and support change projects, plan and schedule work packages together with departments and managers as well as individual project teams.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and attention to inefficient work arounds by building skills within Alfa Laval Adriatic (e.g. lean training courses, Kaizen events, coaching of superiors and project managers) and as a mediator of change
  • Monitor results, track deadlines and priorities of the organization's project portfolio, and ensure effective communication on changes within project teams and within Alfa Laval Adriatic
  • Carry out process analyses, actively exchange ideas with other organizations and departments and drive the implementation and efficiency increase of processes

What you know 

You have:

  • Coaching and moderation skills as well as qualification are fundamental approaching people and work processes
  • A Technical education study (master’s degree, business administration, industrial engineer or similar will be a plus)
  • Analytical and conceptual skills paired with a customer-oriented mindset in order to understand business requirements, advise and help shape solutions and communicate results comprehensively according to Lean - Six Sigma, where at least Green Belt certification is a highly preferred qualification.
  • Strong background in process, project management and execution with the ability to understand, present and develop work processes in the overall organizational context
  • Experienced approach and optimistic mentality in the change management process
  • Fluent in English

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The starting base salary for this role is 45.000€, CCNL METALWORKING.

Skills Required

  • Coaching and moderation skills and qualification
  • Strong background in process and project management and execution
  • Extensive experience supervising change projects and change management
  • Ability to implement and analyze KPIs and drive Problem Resolution Processes using DMAIC
  • Lean Six Sigma knowledge (Green Belt certification highly preferred)
  • Technical education (Master's degree, Business Administration, Industrial Engineer or similar)
  • Fluent in English

Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alfa Laval and has not been reviewed or approved by Alfa Laval.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.

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The Company
HQ: Lund
13,646 Employees
Year Founded: 1883

What We Do

Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy

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