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Rolls-Royce

Designs, manufactures, and services propulsion systems

Lean Leader / Operational Excellence Leader

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOberursel, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of Lean Management and continuous-improvement principles, methods, and tools.
  • Good knowledge of production and management systems, including production systems, business-management systems such as RRMS, and health, safety, and environment management systems.
  • Demonstrated experience introducing and sustainably embedding production systems and operational standards in complex manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to translate strategic business objectives into concrete local improvement measures while balancing short-term performance improvement with long-term transformation.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to define and interpret leading and lagging key performance indicators.
  • Demonstrated experience in change management, transformation-program governance, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Ability to use data to quantify performance gaps, prioritize improvement measures, and develop robust business cases.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement an operational-excellence vision that connects strategic business objectives with local improvement initiatives.
  • Translate Lean and operational-excellence principles into practical, accessible examples for teams.
  • Implement and embed production-system standards, Lean principles, and continuous-improvement routines at the plant.
  • Coach and lead structured problem-solving at all levels to identify root causes and implement sustainable countermeasures.
  • Lead transformation and change-management initiatives across functions.
  • Establish governance, oversight, and regular communication mechanisms to ensure goals are achieved and transformation programs progress.
  • Use data analysis, operational insights, and business understanding to identify improvement opportunities, risks, performance gaps, and economic benefits.
  • Align priorities through a Hoshin Kanri process and shared execution plan to support integrated business planning.
  • Train, coach, and influence employees across levels and functions, adapting communication to each audience.
  • Encourage readiness for change through communication, visible leadership, and constructive challenge.
  • Build and promote a Gemba culture in which teams learn at the point of value creation, identify problems, and implement continuous improvements.
  • Lead constructive conversations to correct behaviors and ensure adherence to standards.
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration so strategy, tasks, and execution are aligned.
  • Develop talent to strengthen operational-excellence capabilities across the company.
  • Provide professional leadership and coaching to a small team of Lean specialists and temporarily assigned Lean employees at the plant.

About the Company

Rolls-Royce

Designs, manufactures, and services propulsion systems

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc designs, manufactures, and services complex power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, and industrial markets. Its offerings include aircraft engines, marine propulsion systems, and industrial gas turbines, paired with long-term maintenance, repair, and overhaul services under service agreements. The way its products work is by delivering integrated power and propulsion through high-performance engines and turbines, supported by ongoing maintenance to ensure reliability and efficiency. The company differentiates itself through deep engineering expertise across defense and civil sectors, an emphasis on integrated power systems, and a strong focus on long-term service contracts that provide recurring revenue and sustained performance. Its goal is to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency for customers by advancing technology through research and development and delivering reliable, efficient power solutions.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1904

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