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Head of HPS(m/w/x)

Niederlande, Düsseldorf
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Deploying global operational excellence framework with Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM across manufacturing. 10-15 years leadership in manufacturing and continuous improvement required. Flexible work scheme, hybrid model, and 30 days work from anywhere.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 10–15 years progressive leadership experience in manufacturing and continuous improvement roles (global, regional, local)
  • Manufacturing site leadership experience
  • Proven success designing and deploying global production system or lean transformation program
  • Experience designing and deploying operational excellence framework across global manufacturing operations (big plus)
  • Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and structured problem solving methodologies (A3, 5-Why, DMAIC)
  • Experience with/leading Digital Manufacturing technologies deployment and application in operational excellence
  • Strong change management and cross-cultural leadership skills
  • Ability to influence at all levels
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills
  • Hands-on, shop-floor orientation
  • Lean certifications
  • Six Sigma certifications
  • CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) certification
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

Tasks

  • Set vision and roadmap for HPS and maintenance strategy
  • Lead global teams of lean and maintenance experts
  • Mentor regional leaders and build operational excellence culture
  • Deploy global OE framework with Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and best practices
  • Embed CI culture across E2E value chain
  • Develop global operator skill programs and lean/maintenance training
  • Standardize daily management systems and problem-solving routines
  • Drive improvements in value creation and waste elimination
  • Optimize material and information flow
  • Implement process automation and simplification
  • Ensure equipment reliability through maintenance and CMMS use
  • Eliminate structural losses and optimize spare parts
  • Leverage digital enablers with IT
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership
  • Align with operations, supply chain, quality, and engineering
  • Report performance and risks

Work Experience

  • 10 - 15 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • TPM
  • A3
  • 5-Why
  • DMAIC
  • Digital Manufacturing technologies

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible work scheme
  • Flexible hours
  • Hybrid work model
  • Work from anywhere policy (up to 30 days/year)

Career Advancement

  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities

Mental Health Support

  • Global wellbeing standards

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Health and preventive care programs
  • Health Insurance

Generous Parental Leave

  • Gender-neutral parental leave (minimum 8 weeks)

Competitive Pay

  • Employee Share Plan
  • Henkel matching shares

Retirement Plans

  • Pension Fund

Other Benefits

  • Disability Insurance

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Canteen discount

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days of holidays

Company Vehicle

  • Company car/car allowance

Bonuses & Incentives

  • Performance bonus (STI)
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