Operational Excellence Senior Specialist (m/f/d)

Operational Excellence Specialist
 
Drive Change. Improve Performance. Make an Impact.
At Maersk, we're transforming how we operate across our Logistics & Services business through The Maersk Way, our approach to performance management, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
 
We're looking for an Operational Excellence Specialist who is passionate about solving business challenges, improving operational performance, and helping teams embrace change. In this role, you'll work across functions and products to support the deployment of Operational Excellence practices and drive sustainable improvements that make a real business impact.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, influencing change, and turning ideas into measurable results.
 
What You'll Be Doing
Drive Operational Excellence
Support the deployment and adoption of The Maersk Way across Logistics & Services
Facilitate structured problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead workshops focused on process improvement, performance optimization, and operational efficiency
Help teams identify root causes, remove barriers, and implement sustainable solutions
Build Performance & Improvement Culture
Support the implementation of performance management routines and governance frameworks
Help teams define, monitor, and improve key performance indicators
Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Use operational insights and data to identify opportunities and drive action
Partner Across the Business
Collaborate with Operations, Product, Customer Experience, Finance, Sales, and Digital teams
Support stakeholders in solving complex operational challenges
Facilitate cross-functional improvement initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes
Influence and support leaders in driving change across the organization
Develop Organizational Capability
Coach teams on Operational Excellence methodologies and best practices
Support capability-building initiatives and knowledge sharing
Help embed sustainable ways of working and continuous improvement behaviors
What We're Looking For
Experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, warehousing, manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement environments
Exposure to Operational Excellence, Lean, Kaizen, process improvement, performance management, or similar methodologies
Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
The ability to influence and build relationships across different levels of an organization
A pragmatic, hands-on mindset with a passion for delivering results
Experience in Logistics & Services, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain Operations
Exposure to Lean, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, or Value Stream Mapping
Experience leading improvement projects, workshops, or change initiatives
Lean Six Sigma certification or related continuous improvement training

Why Join Maersk?
Operational Excellence is a key strategic priority at Maersk. You'll work closely with business leaders, contribute to high-impact improvement initiatives, and play an important role in shaping how we operate across Logistics & Services.
This role offers excellent exposure, development opportunities, and the chance to build deep expertise in Operational Excellence while working in a truly global organization.
If you're passionate about improving operations, influencing change, and helping teams perform at their best, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
 
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