Operational Excellence Principal at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

PURPOSE

• This position exists to support the Business Improvement initiatives through driving operational efficiencies by providing data driven decision-making tools. It will ensure data accuracy and consistent reporting by designing and creating optimal processes and procedures for employees to follow. The incumbent will use advanced data modelling, predictive modelling and analytical techniques to interpret key findings from company data and leverage these insights into initiatives that will support business outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Management

• Understands the complete Fraser Alexander’s strategic goals to be achieved by 2024
• Work with the BI Manager, General Managers and HODs on the data strategy implementation plan and develop an implementation plan for approval
• Establish a system to monitor the Fraser Alexander’s Strategic goals implementation and work with team members to correct any variations

Budgeting

• Scope and maintain Business Improvement Project pipelines with appropriate tracking and reporting mechanisms
• Assist the BI Manager to evaluate and report on the performance against established objectives, budgets, and strategic plans
• Generating facts and do gap analysis for each division to derive the Business Execution Plans
• Collaborating with GMs and their direct reports (down to operator level) to identify opportunities for improvement and growth

Operational Performance

• Analyse operational activities, continuously scouting for improvement opportunities
• Implement a Continuous Improvement (BI) platform, including MWDT, for all employees
• Setting up of Governance structures for Business Improvement, inclusive of the Standard Operating Model principles

Implement Continuous Improvement(BI) platform, including MDWT, for all employees

• Conduct bottom-up operational excellence implementation
• Ensuring that daily work is aligned with company strategy
• Improving shift efficiency together with HR performance
• Train shift workers on problem solving skills & strategies

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Engineering - Metallurgy or Chemical
• Postgraduate qualification in Business studies, finance or supply chain (desirable)
• Modelling and Analytics certifications
• Power BI & DAX

EXPERIENCE

• 5-6 years’ experience in mining and technology industries
• 3 -4 years’ Experience in Business Improvement or data science environment
• Experience in developing and implementing integrated operational planning
• Developing Training material (SOP) and training shift personnel (incl. RCA)
• Experience in Value chain Management (incl. SLA)
• Knowledge or experience of MDWT implementation

SKILLS, QUALITIESANDABILITIESREQUIRED

• Strong negotiation skills
• Good communication, conflict handling and interpersonal skills
• Good quality control skills
• Computer skills (MS Office)
• Advantageous skills in SQL, VBA Python, DAX and Power BI
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills