Global Operational Excellence Manager – Reporting & Performance
Thyssenkrupp · Budapest
thyssenkrupp is an international industrial and technology group with around 98,000 employees. In the fiscal year 2023/2024, the company generated sales of €35 billion in 47 countries. Its business activities are bundled in five segments: Automotive Technology, Decarbon Technologies, Materials Services, Steel Europe and Marine Systems. With extensive technology know-how, the businesses develop innovative solutions for the challenges of the future, especially in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future.
In the Hungarian development center with our engineering team of 1000 we are present as an innovative and significant partner in one of the fastest growing and most exciting segment of the automotive industry, in the field of electromechanical steering systems. With outstanding quality and high-tech developments we meet the needs of renowned car manufacturers and our developments can be found in 25 % of the manufactured cars all over the world. Our engineers work on new challenges that can change the future of automotive.
The Global Operational Excellence (OPX) Manager – Reporting & Performance is responsible for leading the global performance management and reporting framework that enables data-driven decision-making across the organization. The role ensures effective collection, analysis, visualization, and governance of operational performance data while driving transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Acting as the global owner of operational reporting standards, KPIs, dashboards, and performance reviews, the position works closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Digitalization teams to transform data into actionable insights that support Operational Excellence strategies and business objectives.
- Develop and manage the global Operational Performance Management System, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
- Establish standardized KPI definitions, governance processes, reporting methodologies, and performance frameworks across regions and functions.
- Own the global reporting architecture and dashboard strategy, developing automated reporting solutions and self-service analytics capabilities.
- Consolidate and analyze operational performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities, and deliver executive reporting to senior leadership.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reviews, supporting target setting, benchmarking, and accountability through effective governance.
- Design and implement standardized global processes, best practices, and process maturity assessments to drive consistency across sites, countries, and functions.
- Drive digitalization and automation opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and operational performance transparency.
- Build Operational Excellence capabilities through training, coaching, and the promotion of Lean, Six Sigma, problem-solving, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
- At least 7 years of experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related functions.
- Proven track record of leading global improvement and transformation programs and delivering measurable business performance improvements.
- Experience working in multinational, matrix organizations and leading cross-functional and international teams.
- Strong knowledge of Operational Excellence methodologies, performance management, process standardization, and continuous improvement.
- Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Spanish and Chinese language skills are an advantage.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification preferred; Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an advantage.
- Willingness to travel internationally approximately 20–40% of the time, depending on business needs.
- A modern office in the 11th district is waiting for you to support your creativity with fun community places, cafe rooms, an own cinema and a skybar
- We support you with flexible working hours and home office opportunity
- Competitive salary and wide range of other benefits (cafeteria & bonus) are provided to you
- You can be part of a successful and growing company in the field of technology
- You can learn new languages in small groups, selecting from 5 languages
- We organize leisure time activities (board games, sport activities)