About the Role
APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Lean Leader to join our Terminal Leadership Team in Onne, Nigeria. In this critical role, you will report directly to the Managing Director, lead a dedicated team of direct reports, and collaborate closely with regional and global Lean communities to optimize port operations, enhance throughput, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities- Shape the terminal Lean ambition by translating strategy and policy deployment into clear transformation priorities linked to overall performance.
- Build and maintain a robust Lean operating system, embedding SQDC-based daily management, visual controls, and Gemba routines.
- Diagnose operational constraints, variation, and process instability across the full value stream to improve reliability and equipment utilization.
- Lead structured problem-solving initiatives, A3 thinking, root-cause analysis, and Kaizen execution to deliver measurable business impact.
- Coach senior leaders, frontline teams, and direct reports at Gemba, building internal capability and reducing reliance on external expertise.
- Govern execution roadmaps and collaborate with Finance to validate the financial and operational impact of improvement projects.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline, supported by a proven track record of successful Lean transformations.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Lean transformation, operational excellence, or process optimization within industrial, logistics, manufacturing, or port environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in system diagnosis, value stream mapping, A3 problem-solving, standard work, and daily management systems.
- Strong change management, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to operate effectively within a multicultural, fast-paced environment.
- Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage and wellness programs.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international career mobility within the global APM Terminals network.
- A collaborative and impactful leadership role shaping critical infrastructure development in West Africa.