Purpose/Objective

The Lead – Business Excellence will drive enterprise-wide excellence across AdaniConneX’s data center business by institutionalizing structured frameworks for continuous improvement, quality governance, operational efficiency, and performance management.
The role is pivotal in embedding a culture of operational discipline, process standardization, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement across projects, operations, and corporate functions—aligned with global benchmarks in quality and business excellence.

Key Responsibilities of Role

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Business Excellence Framework & Governance - Design and deploy Business Excellence frameworks (aligned to ABEx / EFQM / Lean / Six Sigma principles) across the organization - Establish enterprise-wide governance mechanisms for process standardization, audits, and compliance - Partner with Quality, EHS, Projects, and Operations teams to ensure integrated excellence systems B.
Continuous Improvement & Transformation - Lead structured improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve cycle times - Identify improvement opportunities through data analytics, audits, and performance benchmarking - Drive transformation programs aligned with strategic business goals and operational priorities C.
Performance Management & KPI Governance - Define and institutionalize KPI frameworks aligned with business goals (project delivery, cost,



quality, safety, customer satisfaction) - Track performance through dashboards and analytics; drive review mechanisms with leadership - Enable data-driven decision-making and performance accountability across functions [Strategic.
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Process Excellence & Standardization - Map, standardize, and optimize critical business processes across lifecycle (design, procurement, construction, commissioning, operations) - Ensure documentation, SOPs, and best practice repositories are maintained and continuously improved - Drive digital enablement and automation for key processes E.
Audit, Compliance & Benchmarking - Lead internal audits, maturity assessments, and readiness for external certifications/awards - Benchmark processes and performance against global data center and infrastructure standards - Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for systemic improvement F.
Stakeholder Management - Collaborate with cross-functional leadership (Projects, Operations, Quality, Finance, HR) - Act as a strategic partner to Head – Quality in driving enterprise-level initiatives - Interface with external consultants, auditors, and excellence bodies G.




Capability Building & Culture - Build Business Excellence capability across teams through training, workshops, and certifications - Promote culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement - Develop internal assessors and champions for excellence programs.
Interfaces Internal: Head – Quality, Projects, Operations, Engineering, EHS, Finance, HR, Digital/IT External: Consultants (ABEx/EFQM), Auditors, Certification bodies, Industry forums Key Dimensions / Success Metrics - % improvement in key operational KPIs (cost, schedule, quality, productivity) - Adoption and maturity of Business Excellence frameworks - Reduction in process inefficiencies / rework / NCRs - Audit scores, certification achievements, and benchmarking outcomes - Digital adoption and process automation impact - Capability building (certified Lean/Six Sigma professionals)

Technical Competencies

QMS

Qualifications and Experience

Education & Experience - Bachelor’s in Engineering (preferred) with MBA / PGDM (optional) - 8–12 years of experience in Business Excellence / Operational Excellence / Quality - Solid exposure to infrastructure / EPC / data center / industrial projects preferred Functional & Technical Skills - Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) - Business Excellence frameworks (EFQM / Baldrige / ABEx) - Process mapping & optimization - Data analytics and KPI dashboarding - Quality systems, audits, and compliance - Digital transformation and automation mindset

📌 Lead - BEx & QMS (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Adani Group
📍 Ahmedabad