Specialist – Process Improvement

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AD Ports Group is hiring a Specialist, Process Improvement to drive Lean, Six Sigma and data-driven initiatives across all sub-clusters in Abu Dhabi, on a full-time onsite basis. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field, at least 10 years of experience with 5 to 7 years in process improvement, and strong capabilities in root cause analysis, Kaizen facilitation, process mapping, workflow optimization, and cross-functional communication. English fluency is essential, Arabic is an advantage. To excel, show measurable impact with concrete projects, demonstrate your ability to train teams, and highlight how you embedded operational excellence with dashboards and stakeholder updates. Tailor your CV to emphasize outcomes, problem-solving rigor, and collaboration across clusters.

Drive process improvement initiatives across cluster by applying process improvement principles, structured problem-solving, and data-driven analysis to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall business performance. The role focuses on optimizing workflows, supporting continuous improvement, and embedding a culture of operational excellence across all functions within all sub-clusters 

•    Implement Lean principles and methodologies to identify and eliminate waste, streamline processes, and improve overall efficiency.
•    Conduct Root Cause Analysis, utilize structured problem-solving techniques to identify the root causes of process issues, inefficiencies, and customer complaints.
•    Optimize Workflows, Analyze existing workflows, identify bottlenecks, and develop and implement solutions to improve process flow, reduce cycle times, and enhance productivity.
•    Create detailed process maps, flowcharts, and documentation to clearly define existing processes and facilitate understanding and improvement efforts.
•    Facilitate and lead Kaizen events, engaging cross-functional teams to identify and implement small, quick wins that deliver immediate value.
•    Collect, analyze, and interpret data to measure process performance, track progress, and demonstrate the impact of improvement initiatives.
•    Train and coach team members on Lean principles, process improvement methodologies, and problem-solving techniques.
•    Effectively communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations and project progress to stakeholders at all level,
•    Maintain a strong understanding of industry best practices, emerging trends, and advancements in Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies
•    Design, implement, and monitor process improvement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce cycle times
•    Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate improvement outcomes and trends