Lean Business Excellence Specialist

Lean Business Excellence Specialist
Opportunity reference: 6956

Industry and Utility buildings

Leiden

Detacheren

€ 5000-5500

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Organisation

Our client is an international Project Management and Engineering organization with more than 40 years of experience. The organization is known for successful collaborations, innovative designs, and cost-efficient solutions. With a full-service approach—from design and procurement to construction, safety, and project management—it supports projects in sectors including pharmaceutical and biotechnology environments, medical technology, high-tech, food & beverage, and energy.

What are you going to do?

Location: Sassenheim, Netherlands
Duration: 12 months
Start date: As soon as possible

We are looking for a Medior Lean Business Excellence Specialist to drive continuous improvement and optimize operational performance within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment at an international life sciences organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Lean, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes and site performance.
Conduct gap assessments, root-cause analyses, and process mapping.
Coach and train teams in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
Support change controls, deviations, and CAPA processes.
Develop and monitor KPIs and ensure sustainable implementation of improvements.

Qualifications

HBO or Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or demonstrable experience leading complex Lean initiatives.
Experience in process optimization and change management within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of quality processes, deviations, and CAPA.
Fluent in English (minimum B2 level).
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Practical information: Candidates must be willing to work primarily on-site in Sassenheim.

Offer

Selectum has been connecting clients and professionals for over 20 years, in both temporary and permanent employment arrangements. Depending on the client’s requirements and the nature of the work, we also facilitate assignments for independent contractors and consultants. Terms of employment and remuneration are always based on fair negotiations with both the client and the candidate.

In most cases, you will be employed by Selectum for the duration of a project or prior to joining our client. For employment contracts with Selectum, the ABU Collective Labor Agreement (CAO) and the application of client-aligned pay (based on the client’s employment conditions) form the basis of the package we can offer. This package is always competitive and in line with the market.
When a specific assignment can be carried out by a freelancer (ZZP), we agree on a rate for independently performing the assignment for our client. In such cases, the client, the assignment, and the freelancer must meet certain conditions.
In some instances, our client is looking for a candidate to join and expand their own organization. In those cases, the employment contract is directly with the client, and the final terms and conditions are negotiated directly with them.

Questions about the vacancy/assignment?

Do you have questions about the role, the work, or the work environment?
Our consultant is here to help and can provide you with all the details.
Whether it’s about the project itself, the team culture, growth opportunities, or practical arrangements—feel free to reach out directly.

Ingmar van den Berg

i.berg@selectum.nl

06 2759 3124

Why Selectum

Great matches aren’t made in spreadsheets—they’re made through real conversations.
That’s why Selectum takes a different approach. We speak personally with both clients and candidates, taking the time to understand the people, the context, and the requirements. We know who fits where—and why.

Our strength lies in relationships and technical insight. In sectors where safety and quality are critical, every decision matters. That’s why we choose carefully—ensuring the right person is in the right place. What are you looking for?