Global Head of Operations Excellence – Maersk Contract Logistics (MCL)

Job Description

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let’s sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

What We offer

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a multinational, Global 500 company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with colleagues internationally, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. We provide support for you to shape your own career by achieving expertise and learning on the job.

• Work at Maersk HQ in Copenhagen with global exposure and cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute directly to shaping and embedding a global operational excellence framework
• Engage with senior stakeholders and influence strategic transformation initiatives
• Develop leadership and operational excellence capabilities in a high-impact global role

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the Maersk Way Operating Model for MCL in close collaboration with the global Maersk Way team
• Establish and govern standards for Operational Excellence across MCL, ensuring consistency and alignment
• Define and track key metrics to measure adoption, maturity, consistency, and performance impact
• Drive the embedding of The Maersk Way across functions, regions, and organizational levels
• Ensure leadership accountability and visibility for adherence to The Maersk Way principles
• Enable frontline adoption through capability-building initiatives and structured learning approaches
• Lead and coach a team, fostering strong ways of working, development, and performance outcomes

What We Are Looking For

Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset - curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.

• Strong experience in operational excellence, transformation, or operating model design in a global organization
• Proven ability to drive cultural and behavioral change across multiple functions and geographies
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing leadership decision-making
• Solid understanding of performance management frameworks, governance models, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including coaching, developing teams, and fostering engagement

If you are motivated by creating lasting impact through people, processes, and performance, we look forward to hearing from you.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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