FrieslandCampina is entering a new chapter in its journey toward Operational Excellence. With over 50 global locations having already implemented World Class Operational Management practices, we are now evolving our approach to emphasize end-to-end supply chain performance impact.
We are looking for an Operational Excellence Manager to lead this transformation at the FrieslandCampina location Leeuwarden. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing Operational Excellence (OpEx) strategies, driving continuous performance improvements, and steering the Performance+ transformation and savings agenda.
If you're passionate about delivering sustainable operational and financial improvements - this is your opportunity.
Wat we vragen
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role within manufacturing or supply chain; hands-on experience at a production site is a strong advantage;
- Proven success in leading transformational change with measurable operational and financial outcomes;
- Deep knowledge of Lean, TPM, TRACC, and ideally Asset Management or Maintenance practices;
- Demonstrated experience in Operational Excellence, change management, and project execution;
- Strong understanding of financial principles related to manufacturing, including cost savings identification, budgeting, and ROI analysis;
- Proficiency in performance and financial monitoring tools, such as OEE, loss analysis, cost modeling, and savings tracking systems;
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills in complex, matrixed organizations;
- Proficiency in both Dutch and English;
- Suitable previous roles may include: Plant Manager, Production Manager, Logistics Manager, or OpEx Manager/
Wat we bieden
- Unique company culture of Dutch heritage and international presence;
- We offer great work life balance, and competitive salary & benefits package so you can enjoy it;
- Workweek of 40 hours, competitive pension scheme, holiday allowance of 8%, bonus scheme;
- Diverse training and mentoring programs to help you grow on your own professional journey;
- Exceptional support of cross disciplinary movement within the company to broaden your knowledge and growth paths;
- A friendly and informal working environment, yet professional team members as sparring partners;
- Autonomy and trust to create longer term impact that helps bring better nutrition to the world;
As our Operational Excellence Manager, you will:
- Drive Operational Excellence in key areas such as OEE, labor productivity, preventive maintenance, mindset & behavior, and capability development
- Manage the CI agenda according to OWOW and Performance + saving program on behalf of the Site Director to realize capability building and yearly savings
- Conduct performance and financial analyses, assess capabilities, and develop future-state roadmaps with clear cost-saving and value-creation targets
- Ensure proper follow-through and escalation for critical initiatives, ensuring alignment with business and financial objectives
- Leverage your financial acumen to connect operational improvements with business impact, ensuring transparency and accountability in savings delivery
- Coordinate and develop facilitator resources for multi-disciplinary problem solving sessions on plant and site
- Lead development of strategic plan on OpEx for Site Leeuwarden, challenge the plant managers and cooperate with them and create buy in for the strategy/action plans etc. from the site MT
- Coach, manage and develop the CI team, be the functional lead towards the plants
This is a high-impact global role where you will influence both operational performance and financial results across the supply chain. FrieslandCampina offers an international, purpose-driven environment that values ownership, collaboration, and growth.
Ready to Drive Global Operational and Financial Excellence?
If you're ready to bridge global operations and business value through Operational Excellence, and be a key force in FrieslandCampina’s ongoing transformation.
You will lead and coach your team (3-4 hierarchical and 5 functional direct reports). You will be part of the Site Management Team of Leeuwarden, reporting to the Site director, your CI team members are part of the various Plant management teams on site.
Site Leeuwarden contains of various (evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, cans) factories, a utility plant and a large warehouse/distribution. The dependency between all these units is high and rather complex.
Contact
Anke Brink