Operational Excellence Program Manager

Sasol•Lake Charles, LA

About The Position

Responsible for implementing Operations Excellence (OE) initiatives across the U.S. region. Ensures consistent execution of OE programs, supports adoption of standard practices, and drives continuous improvement. Works with global OE teams to represent U.S. regional needs and support alignment of global standards with local operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science
10 plus years of industrial experience in Chemical Process
5 plus years of managerial experience, operations management preferred
Previous management training or experience, particularly in supervision or interpersonal skills management, is a prerequisite
Previous experience in business process development and implementation
Capability to handle a large work volume and develop a wide breadth of knowledge to operate effectively in all areas of responsibility
Knowledge of management systems related to Operations, SHE, Technical Services and Maintenance
Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of business acumen with continuous improvement as a priority
Management style must include values driven leadership, cultural sensitivity, strong business acumen, team focused, networking and relationship building ability, and capable of blending innovative ideas with practical solutions

Responsibilities

Coordinates cross-functional teams to execute improvement initiatives and monitor performance metrics
Plan and manage OE projects ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
Monitor project progress, timeline and budgets and report the status to Senior Leadership
Ensure OE tools and methodologies are applied consistently and effectively through alignment with global OE teams.
Develop and maintain documentation related to OE initiatives, including project charters, process maps and performance metrics
Provide support to Sites for variable cost optimization
Serves as the regional focal point for all relevant stakeholders and engages with them regularly to solicit input, ideas, and feedback.
Responsible for the evaluation of ideas (estimates business value and ROI and develops timeline and scope) if senior management decides that the idea fits to the strategy of the group to become a project
Reviews the project progress at the end of every sprint or Gate
Initiates and prepares Gate Reviews and Steering Committee meetings, supports the communication and promotion of OE programs and initiatives