Manager Global Operational Excellence

Are you keen on driving a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement and ultimately end-to-end process optimization across our organization? Then we might have an opening for you! At Sandvik Mining we’re currently looking for a Manager Global Operational Excellence to join us in our Ground Support Division.

Location: flexible in Europe or South Africa, in one of our entities.

Reporting directly to our Vice President Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain, you will lead cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement and implement lean methodologies to optimize processes. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for optimization, innovation, and global collaboration, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our Division Ground Support.

About our organization
Sandvik Division Ground Support provides comprehensive mining, excavation, rock processing, and metal-cutting solutions through innovation, digitalization, and sustainable engineering. Our offerings include advanced ground support products like injection chemicals and resins, meeting rigorous technical standards for soft and hard-rock mining applications. We embrace cutting-edge technologies such as connectivity and digital twins to enhance operational efficiencies and achieve cost savings globally.

What you will be doing:

• Promote reconciliation of global business strategies and KPIs with operations globally, thus impact of operations on profitability and growth (bottom-line/top-line).
• Drive a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, lean and ultimately end-to-end process optimization across the organization.
• Develop and implement metrics/KPIs and audits to monitor, steer and measure the success of operational excellence/lean/productivity initiatives in close cooperation with different stakeholders.
• Think visionary towards best-in-class production and end-to-end optimization.
• Drive standardization for and continuous improvement of core processes in the value chain to improve efficiency, reduce waste and improve quality whilst fully supporting HSE requirements and compliance.
• Identify needs of education and training to improve the establishment of a self-learning LEAN Organization, thus building and developing a lean organization consisting of lean managers.
• Provides coaching and mentoring to team members to ensure they have the necessary skills to implement operational excellence methodologies (like lean, Kanban, 5s, six sigma).

What we are looking for:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related field.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing and supply chain environment.
• Profound experience in operational excellence, manufacturing, lean, six-sigma, or black belt methodologies.
• A proactive, hands-on approach combined with a strong analytical and problem-solving mentality.
• Ability to communicate effectively measures and strategies, from shopfloor to management.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead intercultural and cross-functional teams.
• Proven success to motivate and inspire others, creating a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office products (especially Excel, PPT), Power BI and MS Power Platform is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

What we are offering:

• A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment.
• The chance to lead strategic initiatives that shape the future of our industry.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• The ability to make a tangible impact on a global scale.

Ready to make your mark?

If you’re a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and global collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in developing the future of our Sandvik Division Ground Support. Apply today!