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Job Description

Regional Performance Excellence Manager

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We’re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We’re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We’re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we’re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at

We are now seeking the above position reporting into the VP EMEAI Operations with a dotted line into the global Engineering Technical Centre, to lead the regional deployment and sustainment of Performance Excellence (PE), drive improvements in revenue and cost through the development of efficient processes, utilizing the zero-loss mindset through PE & to provide oversight and direction to PE Practitioners, Operations leaders and Technical Team leaders.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and execute on the short and long term PE&CI strategy for the different Business Units and the region.
• Ensure that ADM processing plants are sufficiently prepared for the launch of PE implementations and to manage the ongoing deployment and sustainability of the PE system.
• Support, coach & mentor the different BU and regional operations leaders to make PE ‘the way of working’.
• Builds strong relationships and manage expectations of Operations, Technical Teams and Corporate Leadership.
• Align with strategic objectives for the Business Unit / Division / Functional Area / Plant and departments outside operations (Commercial, Logistics, Supply Chain, HR) and ensure the Practitioner team executes PE&CI to accomplish them.
• Align and strengthen the synergies with manufacturing analytics, technical training and business CI to reduce losses.
• Train, coach, mentor and evaluate the performance of the PE Practitioners who serve as the direct bridge between the tactical / operational and pivotal initiatives in the organization.
• Key change facilitator to drive change, using strong PE system deployment tools and methodologies to handle multi-site implementations and sustainment.
• Review engagements with Practitioners to understand gaps in the PE implementation process and review proposed solutions.
• Ensure major site implementation blockers are highlighted and communicated to Operations leadership.
• Exercise independent discretion to escalate communication to Operations Leaders, Technical teams leaders, and Business Unit Leaders as deemed appropriate.
• Coach practitioners in the field and perform layered audits / assessments for the evaluation of PE results and consistently across the region.
• Ensure that cross-functional project teams execute problem-solving initiatives utilizing PE&CI tools, such as kaizen, GEMBA, DMAIC, value stream mapping, and other CI process improvement tools as requested by operational, business and technical teams.
• To serve as a subject matter authority in identifying losses, cost savings, colleague development, process improvements, and work culture opportunities, through the use of PE.

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

Req / Job ID

83149BR

LI-Onsite

Ref ID

LI-EMEA