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Service Operations Continuous Improvement Manager

Alfalaval

Skills

Required

  • service operations
  • budgeting
  • forecasting
  • cost control

Preferred

  • Sigma
  • lean

About Alfalaval

  • Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society.
  • Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources.
  • Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
  • As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth.
  • So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
  • 1.

Responsibilities

  • & Project Management • Developing and implementing continuous improvement strategies aligned with organizational goals. • Identifying key areas for improvement and set priorities for initiatives. • Conducting thorough analyses of current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
  • Use data-driven approaches to assess process performance and identify root causes of issues. • Implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve quality.
  • Support cross-functional teams in the execution of lean and Six Sigma projects.
  • Provide guidance and support to teams on improvement tools and techniques. • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
  • Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure success. • Leading and managing improvement projects from inception to completion.
  • Developing project plans, set timelines, and allocate resources effectively.
  • 2.
  • Service Centre Operations & Financial Management • Take full responsibility for the Service Centre cost centre forecast and results, including investments, and monitor progress against financial targets. • Identify and manage high-quality sub-suppliers for repairs and reconditioning. • Ensure jobs are executed according to priority in close cooperation with sales, ensuring quick reporting of deviations. • Adapt internal and external resource availability quickly based on fluctuating customer demands. • Implement and follow up on relevant KPIs to measure and improve performance.
  • 3.
  • & People Development • Lead the Service Centre team, providing clear direction and ensuring performance with a strong customer-oriented mindset. • Manage and develop the capabilities needed to support the overall Service strategy. • Develop, motivate, and coach direct reports to secure proper competence development.
  • Manage performance issues within the Service Centre appropriately and swiftly 4.
  • Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) • Secure a strong QHSE culture within the service centres. • Implement continuous safety and efficiency improvements based on ALPS board meetings as well as by innovative processes and technologies.

Requirements

  • +8 years of experience in service operations, process improvement, or related roles. • Experience managing teams and cross functional projects. • Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions. • Excellent leadership and people management abilities. • In depth knowledge of process improvement methodologies. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders. • Financial literacy and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. • Fluent English skill preferred, verbal & written. • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.