Senior Lean and change management Specialist

Job Description

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

We offer

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement is driven by LEAN principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Join us to be part of an innovative environment where your growth is our priority, and experience the numerous advantages of being a valued member of our team

Key responsibilities:

•Lead people transition efforts, helping teams embrace change.
•Drive the implementation of Standardization and Deviations Management workstreams.
•Integrate the Flow project into Ways of Working (WoW) at each terminal.
•Provide problem-solving support and Flow/Lean coaching to teams.
•Promote a Visual Management/ Daily Management (VM/DM) culture in terminals by driving Performance Management visualization and tracking.
•Coach terminals on change management activities, including creating and executing communication plans.
•Foster strong collaboration between terminal Flow teams and the Global Flow team.
•Ensure adherence to Flow methodology and monitor the effectiveness of its implementation.
•Integrate standardization efforts (PDM) into local terminal WoW.
•Develop local capabilities to drive and sustain Flow rollouts.
•Support the implementation of TWI Job Instructions (JI) in terminals, enhancing WoW maturity on site.

We’re looking for:

•5 years of experience in a container terminal environment.
•At least 3 years working in WoW, OS, PD, Lean, Kaizen, and Standardization.
•Strong knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS).
•Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (a plus).
•Certified Lean Advanced Practitioner (Level 4).
•Expertise in workshop facilitation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management.
•Leadership foundations and effective communication skills.
•Experience with Change & Transition Management.
•JI/JR Training and a strong business acumen.

​​Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
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