Global Head of Operations Excellence

Overview

In this role you will lead Galderma’s global Operations Excellence transformation, driving end-to-end lean initiatives across manufacturing and supply. You will align cross-functional teams, set clear metrics, and accelerate improvements to achieve high OEE and cost efficiency. The position offers global exposure, reporting to the Global Head of Operations, with a focus on culture, capability, and sustainable change. You will shape the ongoing transformation with scalable practices and executive-level influence. Barcelona or London based, with a strategic mandate to elevate operations across the company.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the end-to-end Operations Excellence transformation across global supply, industrial and manufacturing sites, targeting 85%+ OEE.
• Lead annual strategy planning for Operations using Hoshin planning and dashboard accountability.
• Conduct value stream analyses, Kaizen events, and supplier forums to drive lean improvements.
• Provide lean master/sensei support, develop capability, and ensure event objectives are achieved.
• Advance lean CI and culture, monitor cross-functional dashboards, and promote standardized practices.
• Assess performance, rationalize, and increase agility through cross-functional collaboration.
• Apply Lean and Six-Sigma tools to meet objectives, facilitate daily visual management, RCCA, and problem-solving.
• Advise and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver Lean strategy while maintaining quality and cost goals.
• Coach teams on daily performance, conduct Gemba walks, and lead standard work and 5S/RCCA implementation.
• Coordinate Lean/Six Sigma activities and leverage tool champions for large-scale events.

Key requirements

• Background in manufacturing, Supply Chain and/or engineering within a large global organization, including site leadership.
• Master Black Belt in Six Sigma or equivalent qualification.
• Automotive or cost-focused industry experience preferred.
• People management, project management, and digital transformation experience.
• Qualified Trainer certification and professional body membership advantageous.

• Executive presence
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Highly collaborative and influential
• Lean methodologies and Six Sigma (DMAIC, A3, etc.)
• Value stream mapping and 5S
• RCCA and visual management

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