Director of Continuous Improvement, France
Morgan Latif | B Corp™
France
Morgan Latif is a specialist leadership search & development consultancy. We help our clients across the Medical & Dental Technology, Packaging, Consumer, E-mobility, and Industrial Technology sectors to deliver on their transformation and diversity goals. Our mission is to combine traditional recruitment and coaching methods with new technology, to provide a tailored and innovative solution to our clients and candidates.
We are partnering with a global leader in Business Services to recruit a Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader for their organization. This key role will be based in Paris, France, and offers a unique opportunity to lead cultural transformation and operational excellence initiatives in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.
The CI Leader will work closely with the Country CEO/MD, local leadership team, and the Global CI Leader to implement systems, processes, and strategies that drive sustainable performance improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and Implement CI Strategies:
- Design a prioritized roadmap for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implement daily management systems, KPIs, and structured problem-solving methodologies to deliver measurable results.
- Lead Kaizen Projects:
- Facilitate workshops to address performance gaps and drive accelerated change.
- Ensure sustainability of results through team engagement and follow-ups.
- Build Organizational Capabilities:
- Train and coach teams in foundational practices such as strategy deployment, KPI management, and action planning.
- Support the development of visual management systems and performance review processes.
- Optimize Processes:
- Lead standardization efforts, value stream mapping, and benchmarking to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Promote best practices and share insights across regions.
- Foster Cultural Change:
- Partner with leadership to embed a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Work directly with frontline teams to implement practical solutions that address operational challenges.
- Coach and Develop Talent:
- Provide CI training to leadership teams and certify team members in CI tools, building internal expertise.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Must-Have Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, with a strong record of implementing CI initiatives.
- Expertise in establishing performance systems, including KPIs and problem-solving frameworks.
- Proficiency in leadership engagement, change management, and cultural transformation.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Preferred Qualifications:
- A master’s degree or certifications in Six Sigma, Business Process Improvement, or similar.
- Experience in fast-moving industries such as healthcare, education, or retail.
Key Attributes for Success
- A hands-on approach to process improvement and operational excellence.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and collaborate with leadership and frontline teams.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Willingness to travel (30-40%) for site visits and regional collaboration.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Be at the forefront of transformative change for a global leader in Business Services.
- Collaborate with a talented, mission-driven team to create lasting operational and cultural improvements.
- Work from a central hub in Paris, with opportunities to travel and engage with diverse teams and operations.
- Drive initiatives that directly impact the organization’s performance and the communities it serves.
Location: Paris, France (with travel required, 30-40%)
Employment Type: Full-Time
If you are an experienced CI professional looking to take on a rewarding challenge with a global impact, we’d love to hear from you.