Ops Capability Manager - EMEA

Role: Operations Capability Manager

Client: Monster Energy

Salary: £68,000 + 10% car allowance + 15% Bonus

Location: Uxbridge - Hybrid

An exciting new opportunity has arisen within Monster Energy...

Due to prolific year on year growth we are leading the search for an experienced Operations Leader with a passion to build team capability, drive continuous improvement, deploy process excellence and contribute to creating an engaged team.

The ideal candidate will be able to proactively identify and lead training requirements to improve functional capability, instilling a CI culture through Lean methodologies across functional areas.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the definition of business processes using value stream mapping (with subject matter experts) across Operations in a standard format, naming convention and numbering method.
• Establish easy-to-find storage for business processes documents and identify and eliminate old versions of business process definition, stored versions, storage locations.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives through, Lean methodologies and Root Cause Analysis, to optimize operational processes, reduce waste, improve productivity, and achieve operational excellence through developing the (CI) mindset and skills in team members.
• Leading on the writing (facilitating SMEs to write) and creation of Functional Training docs (SOPs), storing them properly (eliminating old versions) and coordinating the training of team members.
• Support Line Managers to deploy Training Needs Analysis (including, but not limited to, Functional Training e.g APICs, CIPs) and subsequent implementation (non-functional training mostly done via L&D). Management maintains the right to add or change the duties of this position at any time.
• Support Line Managers and cross-functional teams to design and deliver training programs that align with the organization's goals and objectives. Develop training materials, conduct training sessions, and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of the training interventions against agreed team capability and provide coaching and support as required to embed training with the team following the 70/20/10 learning methodology.
• Support Line Managers to set performance metrics and provide feedback and coaching to address performance gaps. Develop and implement performance improvement plans as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Operations leaders, HR, and other functional departments, to align capability development initiatives with overall business objectives. Build effective relationships with key stakeholders to ensure support and engagement in capability development efforts.
• Prepare and present regular reports and analysis on the effectiveness of capability development initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and training outcomes. Utilize data and metrics to measure the impact of initiatives and make data-driven decisions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in Operations management, Continuous Improvement, Lean methodology and Training Needs Analysis.
• Desirable to have lean qualification (green/black belt) or equivalent (training will be provided).
• Strong knowledge of FMCG operations, best practices, and SAP operating system.
• Results-oriented individual with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Experienced in planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Skilled in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs.
• Adaptable to changing business requirements and a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset.
• Focused on continuous improvement and achieving results.

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