Project Manager - Operations Strategy Solutions
Strategic Development & Improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop best-in-class operations roadmaps
- Create and implement global and regional operations strategies
- Develop processes, blueprints, SOPs and training materials
- Identify and incorporate internal and external best practices
- Facilitate workshops to define business needs and identify performance improvement opportunities
- Provide strategic advice on investments in systems, tools and consultancy support
Initiative Implementation
- Lead global rollout plans across the organization
- Develop site and region-specific project roadmaps
- Support optimization through coaching, training and workshop facilitation
- Manage energy efficiency projects
- Conduct benchmarking in production, energy use and sustainability initiatives
Performance Monitoring
- Develop energy and sustainability dashboards
- Create monitoring processes to track implementation and target achievement
- Conduct process reviews and operational assessments
- Measure and track financial benefits of projects
- Identify and implement continuous improvement measures
Capability Building
- Contribute to operational blueprint documents and training materials
- Coach and advise site and operations managers on implementation
- Screen and evaluate next-generation production systems
- Partner with business unit managers to develop leading operations organizations
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering and/or Science with relevant Operations experience
- Minimum 5 years relevant professional business experience in B2B environment, ideally with strategic or Operations experience at managerial level
- 5 years experience in chemical industry (production environment)
- Strong knowledge of production systems, energy efficiency and sustainability practices
- Project management experience with larger initiatives
- Continuous Improvement Background, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification and PMP certification would be preferred
- Excellent facilitation and communication skills, Ability to influence without direct authority
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with innovative, automation and digitalization approaches
- Willingness to travel (around 25%-30%)
Our Offer
- A rewarding challenge to further develop your skills in a professional work environment
- Career development within our organization
- Possibilities to expand your knowledge, expertise, and language skills in an attractive, global working environment.
- Competitive benefits, e.g., working meal, supplementary medical insurance, annual physical examination, annual leave, annual sick leave. We'll be happy to share more information during recruitment process.
- Performance related yearly bonus
Your Contact
Jessie.Shao@clariant.com
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.