Global Digital Excellence Consultant (m/f/d)

From wood to pulp to fiber - this is Lenzing.
We weave innovation and respect into sustainability. Our technology inspires the fashion and hygiene industries to make better decisions. We work towards a circular economy and a Carbon neutral future for you and generations to come.

For the area of Global CI & Smart Automation located in Lenzing, Upper Austria, we invite Continuous Improvement experts to submit applications for the role as

Global Digital Excellence Consultant (m/f/d)

Ref No: 4081

Purpose & key responsibilities of the role

As Global Digital Excellence Consultant, you will play a key role in shaping and driving the digitalization and performance improvement agenda across the Lenzing Group. You will combine Continuous Improvement, Industrial Engineering and digital technologies to turn data and improvement opportunities into measurable and sustainable business impact.

* Combine data, engineering and Continuous Improvement: You will develop and implement data-driven process engineering solutions that enhance operational performance, efficiency, and productivity across manufacturing environments.
* Drive transformation from idea to implementation: You will lead and deliver digitalization and performance improvement projects across all implementation phases, applying continuous improvement and industrial engineering methodologies to develop data-driven solutions in collaboration with local teams and within production operations.
* Turn local successes into global impact: You will standardize and coordinate the global rollout of digitalization and performance improvement frameworks, ensuring consistent application of methods, standards, and best practices across sites.
* Enable people, not just processes: You will coach, train, and support local teams in digitalization, Continuous Improvement, and change management, enabling sustainable adoption of new processes and technologies.
* Build a strong international network: You will build strong stakeholder relationships and a global peer network, acting as a trusted partner while promoting the digitalization and Continuous Improvement agenda across functions and production locations.

Our expectations for this exciting role

* You have an advanced degree in Economics, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, or Finance, and/or bring relevant experience from the process, chemical, or manufacturing industry.
* You have hands-on experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Agile/SCRUM, and Shop Floor Management and you are proficient in project management and digital tools, including Microsoft 365, GenAI, data analytics solutions, and performance management systems (e.g., PIMS).
* You possess strong knowledge of Industrial and Digitalization Engineering, including the design and implementation of data-driven process improvements and performance optimization initiatives.
* You are skilled in consulting, facilitation, coaching, and change management, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational transformation.
* You demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, utilizing statistical methods, data analysis, and fact-based decision-making to achieve sustainable results.
* You combine strategic thinking with strong execution skills, customer focus, effective stakeholder management, excellent communication and presentation abilities, and cross-cultural collaboration experience.
* You have excellent English skills (B2/C1 level) and willingness to travel internationally up to 50%.

The impact you can make:

* Your work will go beyond developing concepts!
* You will help turn digitalization and Continuous Improvement into tangible business results, contributing to better operational performance, quality, cash flow and working capital.
* At the same time, you will help build capabilities across the organization by enabling teams to solve problems, use data more effectively and sustain improvements themselves.

The monthly gross salary for this position is according to collective agreement in the chemical industry based on 38 working hours/week at least EUR 4.700,- with a willingness to overpay - depending on qualifications and experience. Additionally you will also take part in the Lenzing bonus system. We offer flexible working time and remote working options.

Are you interested in this position? I am looking forward to your online application.
Your contact person: Alana Wilson
Email: a.wilson@lenzing.com