Central OE Manager Systems and Integrations

Purpose of Job

• Responsible for setting the vision, strategy, and direction for the integration of processes, systems, tools and data within Operations for Chemicals International. Leads the development of central OE programs and initiatives in collaboration with peers and stakeholders across all regions. Ensures the consistent execution of operational excellence initiatives while leading, engaging and aligning with international stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure successful integration of business management systems and related systems into business area. · Program Development and Implementation – Design, develop and progress operational excellence programs and initiatives to be ready for implementation by regional teams. · Ensures the identifying of systematic challenges within the organization and opportunities for improvement. · Conduct thorough analyses of current processes and workflows, identify areas that need improvement and recommend enhancements for implementation by regional teams. · Represents “business/operations” for new systems and tools being recommended (e.g. Enablon) · Responsible to ensure that system and tool selection is in support of business processes within Operations. · Constructively challenge the status quo on how things are being done to identify improvement opportunities. · Monitor project progress, timeline and budgets and report the status to Senior Leadership · Collaboration and communication – Work closely with department heads and regional OE teams to align improvement efforts. · Provides input and submissions to Operations Leadership Team’s Continuous Improvement Steering Committee on detail initiative status. · Develop design and international implementation plans for software roll-out in conjunction with regional Operational Excellence Teams and Information Management (IM/IT) Teams. · Drives consistency across International Chemicals operating sites · Provides quality control for Operational Excellence Management · Support leaders and operational team to connect their work activities with Operational performance metrics and strategy. · Periodically report out the performance of the improvement groups and the results achieved by their activities, including presentations to the organization's leadership; · Change Management – Facilitate change management processes to ensure successful implementation of improvement initiatives. · Perform additional duties as assigned

Formal Education

• University Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or Operations Management

Working Experience

• 10 plus years of industrial experience
• 5 plus years of managerial experience, operations management preferred
• Previous management training or experience, particularly in supervision or interpersonal skills management, is a prerequisite
• Previous experience in business process development and implementatio 

Required Personal and Professional Skills

• Capability to handle a large work volume and develop a wide breadth of knowledge to operate effectively in all areas of responsibility

• Knowledge of management systems related to Operations, SHE, Technical Services and Maintenance

• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong sense of business acumen with continuous improvement as a priority

• Management style must include values driven leadership, cultural sensitivity, business acumen, team focus, networking and relationship building ability, and a balance of conceptual and practical thinking

• Some travel may be required