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Roquette

Cork, Ireland

Global Operational Excellence Leader (M/F) – End-to-End World Class Operations.

FULL TIME
Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles. Permanent Contract Location: Ireland, Germany, Spain or Italy International Travel: >50% The Role & the Team To support Roquette's transformation journey, we are looking for our next End-to-End World Class Operations (E2E WCO) Global Leader. As part of the Global Operational Excellence team, you will help shape and accelerate the deployment of Roquette's Operational Excellence system across more than 40 manufacturing sites worldwide. This is a highly visible and influential role, working across functions, regions and site leadership teams to strengthen performance management, operational standards, capability building and continuous improvement practices throughout the organization. You will join an international team dedicated to transforming the way Roquette sites operate, fostering a common performance culture and embedding sustainable Operational Excellence practices across the network. Your Experience and Talents Will Make the Difference to: Drive the deployment of the E2E World Class Operations system Define and execute the roadmap for Operational Excellence standards, routines and performance management practices across Roquette sites. Ensure the consistent application and sustainability of the E2E WCO framework. Assess site maturity and compliance with E2E WCO standards and support the harmonization of operational practices across the global network. Develop capabilities and strengthen a One Roquette culture Coach, train and support site teams to accelerate the adoption of Operational Excellence standards and behaviors. Upskill teams and leaders through Lean methodologies, performance management and structured problem-solving practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and operational discipline. Support sites transformation and performance improvement Assess site maturity, identify gaps and define improvement plans. Support sites in achieving their SQCDPE objectives through effective deployment of standards and routines. Share best practices and facilitate learning across regions and functions. Influence and mobilize stakeholders globally Act as a trusted partner to site leadership teams and operational functions, across Americas, Europe, and Asia. Facilitate collaboration across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain and support functions. Build engagement around transformation initiatives and ensure sustainable adoption of change. What We Will Love About You You are passionate about Operational Excellence and thrive in environments where transformation, performance and people development go hand in hand. You are recognized for your ability to influence without authority, challenge constructively and bring people on board behind a common vision. You combine strong operational credibility with excellent coaching and communication skills. You enjoy working in multicultural environments, building networks and helping organizations embrace change. Resilient and tenacious, you know how to navigate complexity, maintain momentum and drive sustainable results. Most importantly, you are someone who can turn Operational Excellence from a methodology into a mindset. And Also Education Master's Degree in Engineering or related discipline required. Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus, although strong practical experience is valued above certification. Experience 10 -15 years of experience in Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement. Strong experience in industrial operations (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, etc.). Experience deploying transformation programs across multiple sites. Technical Skills Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Operational Excellence / World Class Operations systems. Performance management and KPI deployment. Standardization and process deployment. Cross-functional stakeholder management. Leadership Skills Leadership through influence. Ability to challenge and drive accountability. Strong communication, facilitation and coaching skills. Ability to mobilize multidisciplinary teams. Change leadership and systems thinking. Resilience, tenacity and courage to lead transformation. Languages Fluent English (C1 level or above). Travel Requirement More than 50% international travel.Candidates should be located near a major international airport. What We Offer The opportunity to shape Operational Excellence across Roquette's global manufacturing network. A highly visible role with significant impact on business performance and transformation. Exposure to international teams, leaders and manufacturing sites worldwide. Continuous development opportunities within a growing global organization. If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together! Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach. To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry. The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products. A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society. Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life. Discover more about Roquette here.
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Where
Cork, Ireland
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Posted
23 Oct, 2026
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