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Manager, Operational Excellence

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $118,400.00 - $162,800.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

healthcare
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Volunteer time

Job Description

Prologis is a global leader in logistics real estate, managing a vast portfolio of approximately 1.3 billion square feet and facilitating an annual throughput of around $3.2 trillion. As a pioneering company in the industry, Prologis is dedicated to building intelligent infrastructure that seamlessly connects the digital and physical worlds, powering global commerce. With its unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise, Prologis supports a diverse range of businesses by enabling agile supply chains and delivering sustainable energy solutions. Known for defining industry standards rather than simply following them, Prologis is shaping the future of logistics on a global scale and continuously building what comes next.

The role of Manager, Operational Excellence at Prologis offers an exciting opportunity to join a global team committed to driving innovation and operational efficiency. This full-time position, based primarily in Denver, Colorado with additional opportunities in Chicago, Illinois, involves implementing cutting-edge Lean and Change Management methodologies across multiple departments. The Manager will spearhead cross-functional initiatives and explore emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation to streamline processes and optimize operational performance. The role includes a strategic element, working alongside senior leadership to enhance key performance metrics that contribute to long-term business growth. The Manager will lead kaizen events, facilitate value stream mapping, and conduct root cause analyses to identify bottlenecks and areas for continuous improvement. This position requires a strong ability to manage projects effectively, including overseeing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, and tracking deliverables to ensure successful execution of initiatives. Additionally, the Manager serves as a change agent, championing a culture of adaptability and driving the smooth adoption of new tools, processes, and technologies within the organization. Compensation for this role ranges from $118,400 to $162,800 annually, depending on location, experience, education, skills, and alignment with market data. Prologis provides a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. This role embodies Prologis' values of decisiveness, courage, and adaptability, offering the chance to work alongside top industry talent and advance one's career in a supportive and inclusive environment. Employees at Prologis are empowered to take initiative and contribute significantly to the company's ongoing success while benefiting from leadership development and quality management focus. This position also emphasizes data-driven decision making combined with creative problem-solving to overcome operational challenges and improve efficiency, quality, and speed using innovative technological solutions.

Job Requirements

  • 5+ years exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and training
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage data analytics to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive informed decision-making
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments
  • Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while creating clarity for project teams

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business operations, industrial engineering, or a related field (preferred)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent (preferred)
  • Change management certification (preferred)
  • Experience leading kaizen events and facilitating process improvement workshops (preferred)
  • Demonstrates willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed
  • Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes
  • 5+ years exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and training
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage data analytics to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive informed decision-making
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments
  • Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while creating clarity for project teams

Job Duties

  • Implement Lean methodologies to drive process optimization and operational efficiency across multiple departments
  • Facilitate value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and other Lean tools to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Lead kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles to cultivate a culture of ongoing process refinement
  • Support senior leadership in executing operational strategies that improve key performance metrics, enhance customer value and drive long-term business growth
  • Use data analysis to uncover process inefficiencies and develop actionable insights to improve business outcomes
  • Explore the integration of new technologies, including automation and AI, to further streamline processes and increase operational agility
  • Drive the progress and impact of improvement initiatives, ensuring they deliver measurable business results
  • Flexibly assume project management responsibilities as needed to ensure seamless execution of initiatives, including timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and deliverable tracking
  • Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies within the organization
  • Develop and execute change management plans, including communication strategies, training, and stakeholder engagement to support successful project implementations
  • Collaborate with leadership to assess the impact of changes, identify resistance points, and create actionable mitigation strategies
  • Serve as a change agent, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement across all levels of the business

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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