Senior Operational Excellence Manager (f/m/d)

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AT&S is a leading global manufacturer of high-end IC substrates and printed circuit boards. AT&S industrializes leading-edge technologies for its core business segments Mobile Devices & Substrates, Automotive & Aerospace, Industrial and Medical and high-performance computing for AI applications. We are looking for talent eager to shape the future of our interconnected world. With plants in Austria, China, India, Malaysia and sales offices around the globe, we offer excellent career opportunities for creators, innovators and enablers with the drive to make a difference. To enhance our successful Business and Operational and Excellence Team, we are looking for a passionate

Senior Operational Excellence Manager (f/m/d)

As the Senior Operational Excellence Manager, you will lead governance, program execution, and hands‑on deployment of operational excellence across selected sites. You will partner with site leadership to ensure transparency, alignment, and measurable impact on cost, productivity, and quality targets.

Your Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize operational improvement opportunities with site leadership.
• Translate opportunities into initiatives with clear targets, ownership, and business impact.
• Drive Operational Excellence projects focused on cost, productivity, quality, lead time, and working capital.
• Challenge execution, remove barriers, and escalate critical risks where required.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Establish KPIs, reporting standards, and benefit-tracking mechanisms.
• Deliver Operational Excellence training and coach leaders and teams.
• Share and deploy best practices across AT&S sites.
• Support corporate transformation programs and cross-functional improvement workshops.

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Industrial Management, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in Operational Excellence, Consulting, Program/Project Management, or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven track record in large-scale transformation and cost competitiveness programs.
• Strong exposure to senior leadership; Lean Six Sigma or PMP certification is advantageous.
• 5+ years in senior management or leadership roles within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience with Procurement, Finance, and Board-level interactions is a strong plus.
• We welcome applications from candidates based in Austria, Malaysia or China. 

Ready for a new challenge to advance your career? It´s just a click to apply online. We look forward to your application and your detailed resume. Your AT&S Team!

AT&S is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to empowering people to reach their potential by fostering their unique talents and strengths. The employment is in accordance with the Austrian Collective Agreement for the Electrical and Electronics Industry, employment group G, and we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.