Operational Excellence Lead

Sazerac Company•Carrollton, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operational Excellence Lead is responsible for deploying and sustaining a structured performance management system that drives continuous improvement across the integrated supply chain. This role partners closely with site leaders and cross-functional teams to standardize work, improve performance, optimize costs, and embed a culture of operational excellence across global operations.

Requirements

Must Have
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Experience leading Lean Manufacturing Work Systems
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies
Demonstrated strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and change leadership skills
Proven coaching, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Data-driven decision-making mindset
Ability to move between worksites and operational areas as needed
Up to 50% domestic travel to satellite facilities (primarily Kentucky and Carrollton, TX), with remaining time based at a primary facility

Responsibilities

Deploy and integrate the Performance Development System (PDS) to align individual capability development with performance targets
Establish and lead a structured performance management framework using RCA, GEMBA, KAIZEN, PMS, and Lost Cost Tree methodologies
Partner with operations, finance, and site leadership to identify priority areas, performance losses, and root causes
Lead standardized work area design, visual management systems, and zone ownership implementation
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, training, and Lean methodologies
Integrate Total Quality Management (TQM) principles to reduce variability and sustain quality standards
Develop, monitor, and refine KPIs aligned with business priorities
Drive productivity initiatives by eliminating waste and resolving operational bottlenecks
Lead strategic planning and deployment of performance improvement initiatives
Support world-class customer service through improved efficiency, accuracy, and reliability