Opex Manager

Opex Manager at Hitachi Energy in Nanjing, China.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and implement operational excellence strategies and programs (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) across Hitachi's operations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and cost optimization through data analysis, process mapping, and root cause analysis.
• Manage and facilitate cross-functional improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery and measurable results.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Train and mentor employees on Opex methodologies and tools, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with various departments, including manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and quality, to align Opex initiatives with business objectives.
• Prepare and present reports on Opex project status, achievements, and future recommendations to senior management.
• Develop the roadmap and annual implementation plan for building an excellent-level smart factory; establish the smart factory governance mechanism and cross-functional collaboration system; and drive the achievement of the excellent-level smart factory construction objectives.

Work with all centers, business units, and relevant functional departments to define annual targets and assessment mechanisms for operational cost reduction; proactively drive relevant departments to organize and implement operational excellence cost-reduction initiatives; and ensure cost-reduction requirements are completed as planned.

Ensure adherence to best practices and industry standards in operational excellence.

Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or a related field within a manufacturing or large-scale operational environment.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing Opex initiatives with demonstrable impact on business results.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and methodologies.
• Excellent project management, change management, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with a global manufacturing company is a plus.
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