Continuous Improvement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates ABB Schweiz AG Full time
Continuous Improvement Specialist At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
This position reports to

Hub Commercial Operation Manager, MEA

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the deployment of the continuous improvement strategy for a local organizational unit, including promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Each day, you will mentor and coach teams to achieve operational excellence and drive improved results. You will also showcase your expertise by deploying and leading projects to improve and sustain local business performance. The work model for the role is: {onsite} Grade 13. This role is contributing to the {electrification} in {MEA region}. You will be mainly accountable for:

  1. Implementing the local CI strategy using Lean Six Sigma (L6S), ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  2. Facilitating best practice sharing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive execution, and escalating issues when needed to eliminate roadblocks.
  3. Reviewing processes and analyzing root causes to identify projects or initiatives, executing improvement projects with measurable outcomes for MEA and Countries.
  4. Identifying key team members in each function to support project execution at the location.
  5. Encouraging skill development in Lean Six Sigma (L6S) and advocating for their involvement in relevant projects.
  6. Mentoring and coaching Business CI candidates while building a strong pipeline of CI team members capable of driving business results across countries.
  7. Acting as a key resource for customers' continuous improvement efforts, ensuring sustainable operations.
  8. Facilitating resource coordination (machines, people, functions) to achieve business goals while enabling customers to develop long-term competencies.
  9. Ensuring organization-wide visibility of continuous improvement initiatives by tracking progress and value through metrics/KPIs.
  10. Collaborating with other CI leaders to standardize processes and implement best practices, driving consistency and efficiency across operations.

Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma (L6S) tools is essential for driving Continuous Improvement (CI) and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in Power BI, Celonis, Minitab, and Excel for data analysis and visualization, along with SAP for process monitoring and optimization. Expertise in process mapping, 5S, DMAIC, FMEA, and root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions. Strong command of Lean tools like Kanban and Kaizen to enhance workflow efficiency and eliminate waste. Adept at utilizing project management tools to execute and sustain CI initiatives effectively. Leading transformational projects within the scope of responsibility using a data-driven approach to identify key challenges and opportunities. Utilize real-time insights and analytics to support findings, ensuring informed decision-making.

Qualifications for the role
  • 10+ years of experience in a related role
  • Expert level in SAP SD, MM, FICO with minimum 5 years working experience
  • Good understanding of APO
  • Good understanding of inventory planning and logistics processes
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification
  • Expert-Level IT Tools for Continuous Improvement
  • In addition to MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, proficiency in a range of IT tools enhances efficiency, automation, and data-driven decision-making in Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Six Sigma (L6S) initiatives.
Benefits
  • Retirement plan
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