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Prologis · 1 month ago

Manager, Operational Excellence

Prologis is a leading company in logistics with a vast portfolio and a commitment to innovation. As a Manager of Operational Excellence, you will implement Lean methodologies and spearhead initiatives to optimize efficiency and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

IndustrialLogisticsReal Estate
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Responsibilities

Implement Lean methodologies to drive process optimization and operational efficiency across multiple departments
Facilitate value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and other Lean tools to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives
Lead kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles to cultivate a culture of ongoing process refinement
Support senior leadership in executing operational strategies that improve key performance metrics, enhance customer value and drive long-term business growth
Use data analysis to uncover process inefficiencies and develop actionable insights to improve business outcomes
Explore the integration of new technologies, including automation and AI, to further streamline processes and increase operational agility
Drive the progress and impact of improvement initiatives, ensuring they deliver measurable business results
Flexibly assume project management responsibilities as needed to ensure seamless execution of initiatives, including timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and deliverable tracking
Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies within the organization
Develop and execute change management plans, including communication strategies, training, and stakeholder engagement to support successful project implementations
Collaborate with leadership to assess the impact of changes, identify resistance points, and create actionable mitigation strategies
Serve as a change agent, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement across all levels of the business

Qualification

Lean methodologiesChange managementData analyticsSix SigmaKaizen eventsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

5+ years exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma, with the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Demonstrated ability to lead change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and training
Demonstrated ability to leverage data analytics to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive informed decision-making
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments
Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while creating clarity for project teams

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Business Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent
Change Management certification
Experience leading kaizen events and facilitating process improvement workshops

Benefits

Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation
Generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time

Company

Prologis

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Prologis is an owner, operator, and developer of industrial real estate, logistics, and supply chain.

H1B Sponsorship

Prologis has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (15)
2023 (8)
2022 (10)
2021 (6)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.24B
Key Investors
European Investment Bank
2025-05-22Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2024-12-11Post Ipo Debt· $236.38M
1994-04-08IPO

Leadership Team

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Dan Letter
Chief Executive Officer
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Hamid Moghadam
Chairman & CEO
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