Continuous Improvement Manager

  • Riga
  • Permanent
  • Wed Nov 26 16:12:46 2025
  • 182

We are representing a well-established global brand with strong roots in the manufacturing of high-tech products. The company is recognized for its thoughtful, innovative and sustainable approach to product design and its consistent delivery of quality across markets. Their culture blends warmth and a respect for people, with technical expertise and a vision to make a positive impact on the planet.

To support continued growth in Europe, the organization is launching a new European Business Centre in Riga, Latvia. It will become a core part of the European operational network, supporting various business functions. Apply now and became a part of this newly established organization in Riga.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify, assess, and prioritise process improvement opportunities across functions through data-driven analysis and stakeholder input.
  • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar improvement initiatives, ensuring measurable impact on service performance and cost efficiency.
  • Facilitate workshops, training, and coaching sessions to embed a culture of continuous improvement and build internal capability.
  • Collaborate with process owners and service delivery teams to redesign workflows, eliminate waste, and introduce automation where feasible.
  • Support change management efforts associated with process and technology improvements to drive adoption and minimise disruption.
  • Align with enterprise-wide process excellence teams, ensuring improvements are consistent with organisational standards and best practices.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in continuous improvement or operational excellence roles, preferably within shared services or global business services environments.
  • Proven ability to deliver measurable efficiency and quality improvements.
  • Proven expertise in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, Kaizen). Certified Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
  • Demonstrated change leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strong understanding of data analytics and process automation tools (advantageous).
  • Experience in process modeling, workflow design, and automation technologies (e.g., RPA, BPM tools) advantageous.
  • Ideally Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related discipline.
  • Fluent in English and Latvian.

What the Company offers:

Opportunity to gain professional experience in an international company.

A wide range of employee benefits and bonuses - health insurance, local budget for well-being.

Monthly salary 3500 - 4333 EUR Gross (based on experience and competences).

Working place & mode: Riga, hybrid work.

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