Director, Integration & Functional Continuous Improvement (CI)

ESI • Miami, NC

21d • $169,232 - $253,848

About The Position

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future! Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy. Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast-growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long-standing presence. We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment. Who are we looking for? We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Director of Integration & Functional Continuous Improvement (CI) to lead enterprise-level initiatives focused on optimizing operational efficiency and supporting strategic growth through functional integration during mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This role combines deep expertise in Lean principles, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) with the strategic oversight required to integrate functions and processes post-acquisition and beyond. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in operational performance while also leading cross-functional integration efforts during M&A transactions. This individual will serve as a key thought leader and change agent across the organization, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent CI training.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or business transformation roles.
• Proven experience leading Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Kaizen events.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting merger & acquisition integration efforts, including due diligence and post-merger functional integration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing or logistics company.
• Change management certification (e.g., PROSCI) or equivalent experience.
• Exposure to ERP and business process integration.

Responsibilities

• Functional Continuous Improvement (CI) Leadership Lead the development, implementation, and sustainability of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar CI programs across corporate functions.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and drive structured problem-solving sessions using tools like root cause analysis, 5 Whys, and A3.
• Conduct and oversee Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify bottlenecks and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and design dashboards to track and report progress on CI initiatives.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams on CI methodologies and tools to build internal capability.
• Champion a Lean culture by embedding CI thinking into everyday operations and decision-making.
• M&A Integration Serve as the functional integration lead during mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures.
• Develop integration playbooks and lead due diligence assessments to identify operational risks and synergies.
• Coordinate with department leaders to align people, processes, and systems across acquired entities.
• Ensure seamless functional integration across operations, IT, finance, HR, supply chain, and other core business areas.
• Monitor post-merger integration progress and drive resolution of integration-related issues.

Benefits

• As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus plan.
• In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees