Continuous Improvement Expert

Are you as excited as we are when we talk about the storage and distribution of bulk liquids at our state-of-the-art tank containers and terminals located in key markets? Could this be the scene for your next career move? We are currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Expert to join our Stolt Tank Containers team.

Stolt Tank Containers (STC) is a leading provider of door-to-door transportation services for bulk- liquid chemicals and food-grade products. With a fleet of more than 45,000 tank containers, STC is the only operator with its own worldwide network of 22 owned and joint venture depots.

What you will be doing

As a Continuous Improvement (Black Belt level) Expert, you will be responsible for executing CI projects and for training and coaching employees and (senior) management for Stolt Tank Containers.

Your role, as a change professional, is focused on guiding and supporting the organization in its transformation efforts. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve the Business CI standards, methods, and tooling

• Lead initiatives aimed at standardizing, improving, and redesigning processes, with a strong focus on sustainable improvements and standardization

• Lead initiatives to optimize the total value chain beyond Stolt boundaries, in collaboration with suppliers and customers

• Implement Strategic Management, including training and coaching of (senior) leaders

• Implement Daily (Performance) Management within cross-functional process teams and hierarchical teams and departments, including training and coaching

• Implement Commercial Management at both strategic and operational levels, including training and coaching of employees and leaders

• Deliver training (up to Green Belt level) and provide coaching to employees, team leaders, middle managers, and senior leaders on CI methodologies and CI leadership

• Coach CI project participants

• Provide proactive and on-request feedback to employees and (senior) managers regarding CI activities, CI-related behaviors, and CI leadership styles

• Participate in non-CI transformation projects and initiatives as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with an academic level of thinking and working

• Lean Black Belt certification

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience

• At least 4 years of experience as a CI expert

• Strong project management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

• Strong analytical skills and quick decision-making ability

• Well-developed training and coaching capabilities

• Flexible and reflective, with the ability to adapt to change

• Knowledgeable in moderately complex statistical calculations

• Able to bring structure to complex or ambiguous situations

• Able to give feedback respectfully and constructively

• Able to distinguish priorities and focus on what truly matters

• Able to motivate and inspire others

• Strong awareness of group dynamics, with the ability to intervene at a systemic level

• Able to connect with all levels in the organization

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with high levels of uncertainty

• Skilled in managing (senior) stakeholders

• Strong influencing skills and the ability to guide others toward the right direction

• Willing to initiate courageous conversations and address the “elephant in the room”

• Results-driven and willing to go the extra mile

• Driven by “what needs to be done” rather than “what is part of my role”

What we offer

• You will be part of an international organization with opportunities for personal growth.
• Competitive pay, perks and benefits package.
• Hybrid work set-up.

How to apply

• Submit your application online. Don't forget to attach an updated copy of your CV.
• We will invite you for initial assessment if you qualify for the role. The Predictive Index test is part of the application process.
• After the initial assessment, there will be a final interview with the Hiring Manager/s.

Got questions about the process? Contact Katrinka Bañez ([email protected]).

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies
We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.

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