Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Results-driven Continuous Improvement Manager with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning entrepreneurship, process optimization, and analytics. Demonstrated expertise in: - Implementing continuous improvement methodologies after visiting 70+ factories in 30+ countries, driving operational excellence and efficiency. - Spearheading Six Sigma projects resulting in €100k+ cost savings, showcasing strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Leading cross-functional teams to develop and enhance competencies in diagnosing, training, coaching, and assessment of improvement methodologies. - Pioneering innovative virtual networks and workshops, setting benchmarks for global knowledge sharing and cost reduction. - Delivering high-impact training programs with 100% satisfaction rates across diverse international markets. - Leveraging extensive SAP Analytics and reporting experience to drive data-informed decision-making and process improvements.
Lead the operational transformation of EPI/DPI’s packaging factory by designing and deploying a simple Lean operating system (vision, KPIs, reviews, standards, problem‑solving) that improves safety, quality, delivery, cost and people capability, while enabling the “One Operations” integration of EPI and DPI. Act as the DPI‑side lead/coordinator for ERP implementation in Operations at the EPI/DPI site, ensuring that the new ERP solution is adequately designed, thoroughly tested, and embedded in day‑to‑day processes, and that it connects to the transformation agenda (SQCDP KPIs, 5 practices, and “One Operations” model).
Delivered targeted Lean manufacturing consulting placements in multiple factories, focusing on diagnosing operational inefficiencies and proposing actionable solutions for both short-term and medium-term improvements. Provided expert assessments and coaching to support the adoption of continuous improvement practices, tailoring Lean principles to diverse industrial environments. Guided site managers and teams in identifying root causes of performance issues and designing optimised workflows, from shop floor processes to management routines. Engagements included problem diagnosis, stakeholder interviews, rapid assessments, and the development of pragmatic improvement plans.
• Secured capital for start-up costs, R&D, and initial growth phases • Developed efficient workflows, SOPs, and manufacturing processes ensuring quality and compliance • Embedded continuous improvement culture focused on sustainability and future growth • Integrated digital technologies to enhance productivity and quality control
Achieved personal dream of round-the-world travel adventure, halted by home-care for family during COVID-19 pandemic, further enhancing my global perspective as well as personal skills, and emotional intelligence.
• Developed and enhanced competencies in training, coaching, and assessment of continuous improvement methodologies across all business areas in Latin America. • Spearheaded the redesign and implementation of integrated daily and weekly meeting frameworks, significantly improving operational efficiency. • Achieved 100% satisfaction feedback across Latin American markets through successful training module development.
• Pioneered virtual pillar network for status reporting and best practice sharing across Europe. • Conducted assessments, training and delivered coaching on continuous excellence in 70+ factories. • Facilitated high-impact workshops, achieving highest global feedback scores.
• Led international teams in creating standardised SAP BW reporting solutions • Delivered complex projects within budget and timelines for global IT standardisation initiative • Led the technical change management process and improvement initiatives for the reporting team