Operational Excellence Specialist

Team Horizon is seeking an Operational Excellence Specialist for our Clients manufacturing facility in Dublin on an initial 12-month contract.

Why you should apply:

• You will have the opportunity to lead initiatives that enhance our operational capabilities, ensuring we meet our strategic ambitions and continue to transform the lives of patients globally.


• Hybrid Role

What you will be doing:

• Lead supply chain efficiency initiatives to optimise resource allocation and minimise waste.


• Embed continuous improvement and Lean methodologies, equipping teams with the tools and knowledge to improve performance.


• Develop and adapt standardised work processes to ensure consistency and quality, and facilitate problem-solving workshops.


• Conduct value stream mapping to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and implement improvements to workflows and product delivery.


• Support the deployment of Design for Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve product and process quality.


• Develop performance metrics and use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and improvements.


• Oversee digital transformation projects, integrating digital solutions to streamline processes and improve decision-making.


• Support the implementation of global strategies and align improvement initiatives with organisational objectives.


• Improve meeting effectiveness, communication and collaboration across teams.


• Conduct organisational maturity assessments and develop action plans to address capability gaps.


• Lead and support strategic improvement initiatives through training, coaching and stakeholder engagement.


• Develop and refine business governance processes to improve operational efficiency and performance management.


• Mentor and coach programme sponsors, managers and key users to support effective strategy execution.


• Support workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives aligned with organisational values.


• Collaborate with central operational excellence teams to adapt standards across operations and build strong stakeholder relationships.


• Support recognition initiatives that acknowledge successful project outcomes and employee contributions.


• Lead learning and development programmes to build employee skills and knowledge.


• Oversee onboarding programmes that integrate new employees into the organisation’s culture and operations

What you need to apply:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business, or a related field is required. 


• Desirable certifications include Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), PMP, Change Management, or Strategic Management, demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence.


• Power BI skills


• 3 years of experience in delivering strategy and business excellence systems, or a similar role within a complex, matrixed organization (preferably in a GxP environment)


• Proven decision-making ability and strong communication skills.


• Capable of influencing cross-functionally and working collaboratively across diverse teams.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrating a results-oriented mindset.