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Operational Excellence Expert

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 5 days ago

Catenon

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Master's degree
“MSc in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: MSc in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
Experience: Proven track record in Operational Excellence within a process-driven manufacturing environment (ideally batch or complex operations).
Technical Grip: Strong capability in process analysis and hands-on experience with manufacturing execution systems and data integration.
Soft Skills: Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Language: Full professional proficiency in English.

Added Value:
Six Sigma Expertise: Strong experience in Six Sigma methodology and implementation is highly valued. We are looking for candidates who can leverage these tools to safeguard quality and drive efficiency.

The role

On behalf of a global leader in process-driven manufacturing, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Operational Excellence Expert to drive a world-class continuous improvement culture across multiple international sites.

If you are a master of process optimization who thrives on transforming strategy into measurable operational results, this is your next career milestone.

The Role
This is not just a consultant role; it is a "driver" position. You will be responsible for the progressive maturity of the organization's Operational Excellence (OPEX) system. You will partner with site functional leaders to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and anchor a customer-centric mindset in daily operations.

What you'll do

- Maturity Leadership: Lead OPEX assessments and define yearly focused improvement roadmaps for manufacturing sites.
- Process Foundation: Implement and sustain foundational pillars including Managing Daily Improvement (MDI), Leader Standard Work, 5S, and Problem-Solving.
- Strategic Partnership: Identify investment needs and continuous improvement initiatives that reduce operational complexity and variability.
- Digital Integration: Support the deployment of digital initiatives and data-driven manufacturing solutions (MES/Analytics).

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.

Industry: Recruitment
Website: catenon.com