Continuous Improvement Supply Chain Manager

Synopsis

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading strategic, cross-functional initiatives within the Supply Chain organization at Etihad Engineering.

This role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency, standardizing processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across all functions.

Acting as a key driver of transformation, the manager ensures organizational alignment with long-term strategic goals, fosters innovation, promotes stakeholder collaboration, and applies structured project management methodologies to deliver measurable and sustainable improvements.

Accountabilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional improvement initiatives across the supply chain organization to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Identify, prioritize, and execute improvement opportunities aligned with Etihad Engineering’s strategic goals.
• Develop and implement standard processes, tools, and methodologies to ensure consistency and scalability across operations.
• Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping sessions to identify root causes and drive problem-solving initiatives.
• Promote and embed a culture of continuous improvement by coaching, training, and mentoring teams on Lean, Six Sigma, and best practices.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs and dashboards, ensuring timely delivery of results and sustainable outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment, engagement, and effective change management.
• Report on progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and support decision-making with data-driven insights.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in supply chain, operations, or continuous improvement roles, preferably within the aviation, aerospace, or manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale, cross-functional improvement projects.
• Professional certification in Lean Management (Preferable), Lean Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement methodology.
• Strong project management skills; Agile project management certification is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in change management and driving cultural transformation within complex organizations.