Director of Operational Excellence

**We are a leading company in the global pool & wellness industry**:
Fluidra, a multinational group listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, is the global leader in the pool and wellness industry. Founded in 1969, Fluidra has long-standing experience in developing innovative products and services in the global residential and commercial pool market.

Fluidra has a clear mission**:to create the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly**.

Fluidra operates in more than 47 countries through its subsidiaries. We have more than **135 sales branches** and more than **35 production centers** around the world, in addition to strategically distributed logistics hubs that support our production and distribution centers.

Our team is comprised of more than **7,000 employees** motivated and skilled employees from **over 45 countries**.

**Mission**: Lead our company’s efforts in process improvement, business efficiency, and operational strategy.
As a Director of Operational Excellence, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities for improvement, designing and implementing strategic initiatives, and instilling a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

**Your responsibilities**:
A Director of Operational Excellence requires a unique combination of technical skills, leadership abilities, and industry knowledge to drive the improvement and efficiency of an organization’s operations, including:

- Proven experience in operational excellence, process improvement, and change management to implement operational initiatives that drive growth and performance.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, capable of inspiring, motivating, and developing teams towards achieving operational excellence.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify operational inefficiencies and develop effective solutions.
- Experience in strategic planning and business development to align operational initiatives with business goals and objectives.
- Ability to effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- In addition to technical skills, the role requires excellent communication and leadership skills, as the Director of Operational Excellence will need to lead and influence a cross-functional team and present operational strategies to senior management.
- Proficiency in project management, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time and on budget.
- Deep Understanding of operational excellence methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar.
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics to measure the success of operational initiatives and make informed decisions.
- Adept at using technology to enhance operational efficiency, including familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and other relevant software.
- Drive the design and implementation of company-wide improvement strategies and initiatives.
- Identify areas of operational improvement and develop plans to address inefficiencies, including footprint rationalization.
- Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in the adoption of Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
- Monitor and report on operational performance metrics/KPI’s.
- Guide change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation.

Collaborate with senior management to align operational excellence initiatives with business strategy.

**Work Environment**: Corporate office setting, with some remote work flexibility. Travel is necessary and estimated at 70-80% for company-wide initiatives, meetings, and training.

**To succeed in this role, you’ll need a positive attitude and the following**:
**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Proven experience in a similar role with a focus on operational excellence and process improvement
- Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or a related field
- Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar is highly desirable.

**PREFERRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES**
- Proven experience in a similar role with a focus on operational excellence and process improvement
- Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Exceptional communication and presentation skills

**Ready to make an impact?**
- At Fluidra, we are committed to both the professional and personal development of our employees. Thanks to our highly qualified team of experts we are able to fulfill our main mission: To create the perfect Pool and Wellness experience responsibly._