Role Purpose
The

Senior Manager – Operational Excellence

will lead strategic and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and operations, with a robust focus on productivity, quality, cost optimization, capacity utilization, and operational excellence.
The role will be responsible for:
Driving Lean, Six Sigma and TPM initiatives to improve OEE and reduce operational losses.
Leading cross-functional improvement projects aligned with business OGSM (Objectives, Goals, Strategies & Measures).
Developing and implementing the Continuous Improvement strategy, governance, and operating rhythm.
Building problem-solving capabilities across teams and coaching operational leaders.
Monitoring key operational KPIs and providing actionable insights to senior leadership.
Leading Value Engineering, Capacity Optimization, Line Balancing, and Digital Transformation initiatives.
Strengthening the overall culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making across the plant.

Key Responsibilities
1. Daily Management System




Lead and strengthen the Daily Management System – POS across the plant.
Drive adherence to POS standards and routines across functions.
Identify and close gaps emerging from POS audits, ensuring achievement of target scores.
Support plant leadership in establishing a strong performance management and review cadence.
Use daily management data to identify performance gaps and prioritize improvement opportunities.
2. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) initiatives and support production teams in improving OEE and eliminating chronic losses.
Drive structured problem-solving using Lean Six Sigma, statistical tools, and data-driven methodologies.
Train and coach operators and teams
Develop an appreciation of the S&OP; process and its linkage with operating hours, capacity utilization, and production planning.
Lead and deliver cross-functional statistical improvement projects.
Coach project manag

📌 Senior Manager – Operational Excellence (Mumbai)
🏢 Perfetti Van Melle
📍 Mumbai