Senior Director - Operation Excellence and Quality

Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation. 

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.

Job Description

• Lead the Group’s Operational Excellence strategy to drive efficiency, competitiveness, and performance across operations and functions.
• Define and execute a roadmap of transformation initiatives aligned with Group priorities, ensuring coordination with Strategy, Digital, Functions, and Business Units.
• Oversee a cross-functional team handling integration, transformation, process and quality management, and transversal projects.
• Act as a strategic advisor, identifying and prioritizing initiatives from strategy, KPIs, continuous improvement, and industry benchmarks.
• Monitor performance via live dashboards and KPIs; manage project portfolio, resource planning, and related budgets.
• Deliver internal projects on time and budget, focusing on system/process alignment, integration, and standardization.
• Drive change management and digital adoption, embedding a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Leads and coordinates transversal strategic projects across the Group, leveraging internal talents to foster visibility, growth, and development—actively shaping the future leadership pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 15+ years in international engineering, technology, or construction, managing strategic portfolios, transformation, and digital projects
• Experience in corporate functions within complex, fast-changing environments, driving continuous improvement and business excellence
• Skilled in quality management systems and certification
• Proven leadership managing and developing teams of 50+ people
• Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., German) a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT applications; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt/Master Black Belt certified
• Project Management (PMI) and/or Change Management (Prosci) certification

Additional Information

• Annual performance reviews and bonus awards
• Inclusive, values led culture
• Responsibility and challenge within multi discipline field of activities
• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
• Tailored learning and development opportunities
• Career path options

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.