Operational Excellence Senior Specialist

Maersk (a.k.a A P Moller)
  • Germany, GA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Drive meaningful change. Improve how Customs operations perform. Shape the future of Operational Excellence.

    Are you passionate about turning operational challenges into measurable business results? We're looking for a Operational Excellence Senior Specialist to lead the deployment of The Maersk Way (TMW) across Customs operations in the NEC Area.

    In this role, you'll work closely with Operations, Product, Digital, and Area leadership to drive continuous improvement, build high-performing teams, and deliver scalable solutions that create lasting business impact. If you enjoy solving complex problems, coaching others, and leading change in a fast-paced logistics environment, we'd love to hear from you.

    What you'll do

    • Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of The Maersk Way (TMW) across Customs operations.

    • Drive performance through Lean methodologies, structured problem-solving, Kaizen workshops, and data-driven decision making.

    • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify opportunities, prioritize initiatives, and deliver sustainable operational improvements.

    • Establish effective performance management governance,, performance routines, and operational standards.

    • Coach and develop frontline teams, strengthening a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

    • Collaborate with Digital and Data teams to ensure improvement initiatives are practical, scalable, and enabled by the right technology.

    What you'll bring

    • 7+ years of experience in Customs operations or Customs management within logistics or supply chain.

    • Strong background in Operational Excellence, Lean, or Continuous Improvement (A3, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management).

    • A proven track record of delivering measurable business improvements through cross-functional collaboration.

    • Experience leading change and influencing stakeholders across matrix organizations.

    • Strong facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills, with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.

    • Experience with structured project management methodologies (such as PMI or PRINCE2) is an advantage.

    Why this role?

    This is an opportunity to make a real impact across a critical part of the business. You'll work alongside experienced leaders, influence strategic priorities, and help build a culture where continuous improvement becomes part of everyday operations. Your work will directly contribute to better performance, stronger collaboration, and a more consistent customer experience across the NEC Area.

    If you're an experienced Operational Excellence professional who thrives on solving complex operational challenges and empowering teams to perform at their best, we'd love to meet 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.

    We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGermany, GA

    Skills

    • Coachingunmatched
    • Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Geneticsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Matrix Managementunmatched
    • Medical Conditionsunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • Operational Measurementunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • PRINCE2unmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Value Stream Mappingunmatched

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