Prologis
Job Title
Director, Operational Excellence
Company Prologis
Overview Prologis is a global leader in logistics real‑estate, managing a portfolio of over 1.3 billion square feet and generating roughly $3.2 trillion in annual throughput. We power global commerce with intelligent infrastructure that connects the digital and physical worlds, enabling agile supply chains, energy solutions, and sustainable growth.
A Day in the Life As Director of Operational Excellence you partner closely with the VP of Operational Excellence and senior leaders to spearhead enterprise‑wide initiatives that standardize, optimize, and innovate work processes. You drive continuous improvement, foster innovation, and deliver value to customers while achieving ambitious goals. This high‑visibility role is ideal for a strategic, hands‑on leader passionate about lasting operational change.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the VP of Operational Excellence and Lead Director to deploy strategy supporting enterprise transformation.
Oversee large‑scale initiatives to standardize, optimize, and improve processes across business lines.
Drive continuous improvement, fostering innovation and operational efficiency.
Align with financial targets and KPIs, supporting governance frameworks to track success.
Communicate effectively with executives and stakeholders to gain buy‑in.
Deploy cost‑optimization strategies and lead internal process standardization.
Operational Strategy & Execution
Collaborate with senior leadership to define and execute operational improvement strategy.
Lead complex enterprise‑wide transformation efforts and process improvement initiatives.
Manage financial readiness, conduct P&L diagnostics, and recommend cost savings.
Apply Lean methodologies and tools to optimize processes across departments.
Communicate status updates, ROI, and results to senior leadership.
Facilitate improvement events (VSMs, Kaizen, pilots, analytics, systems thinking).
Develop and oversee project plans, budgets, and timelines.
Build business intelligence reporting with analytics teams, aligning to strategic objectives.
Guide development and auditing of Standard Work to ensure policy alignment.
Meet regularly with project sponsors, provide timely documentation, and elevate key issues.
Demonstrate initiative, independence, and accountability with a “can‑do” mindset.
Serve as role model for continuous improvement, leveraging innovation including AI/ML.
Change Management
Influence and facilitate change without formal authority.
Lead change initiatives to ensure adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies.
Develop and execute change management plans (communication, training, stakeholder engagement).
Partner with leadership to assess impacts, mitigate resistance, and foster adaptability.
Qualifications – Required
7+ years applying Lean Six Sigma to drive improvement; 5+ years facilitating large‑scale Lean Transformations.
Deep experience in Lean tools/methods (Hoshin Kanri, VSMs, Kaizen, A3 thinking, daily management, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work).
Skilled in strategy deployment, stakeholder management, and executive communications.
Strong data analytics capability for problem solving and root cause analysis.
High emotional intelligence, relationship building, and communication skills.
Self‑starter, strategic thinker, adaptable in ambiguity, committed to continuous learning and personal development.
Proven success leading cross‑functional, complex projects with executive‑level engagement.
Preferred – Optional
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in transactional Lean environment is a plus.
Experience with Tableau, Sigma, Salesforce, Lucid, Monday.com, and ChatGPT is a plus.
Compensation Hiring Salary Range: $138,000 – $173,000. Bonus target and LTI will be determined by location, education, experience, and market data.
Benefits All full‑time roles in the US come with comprehensive benefits: healthcare, dental, vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents; 401(k) plan with company match of 50 % up to 12 % of eligible compensation; generous PTO starting at 22 days per year plus paid holidays and volunteer time; additional wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle‑specific benefits.
Employment Type Full time
Location Chicago, Illinois and additional locations: Cerritos, CA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; East Rutherford, NJ; Indianapolis, IN; Los Angeles (LAX Office); Miami, FL; New Jersey; New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA.
Equal Opportunity Statement All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
People First Each of us at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. We operate with autonomy and accountability, encouraging initiative and career advancement. Our generous total rewards package reflects our commitment to quality management, leadership development, and employee well‑being.
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Company Prologis
Overview Prologis is a global leader in logistics real‑estate, managing a portfolio of over 1.3 billion square feet and generating roughly $3.2 trillion in annual throughput. We power global commerce with intelligent infrastructure that connects the digital and physical worlds, enabling agile supply chains, energy solutions, and sustainable growth.
A Day in the Life As Director of Operational Excellence you partner closely with the VP of Operational Excellence and senior leaders to spearhead enterprise‑wide initiatives that standardize, optimize, and innovate work processes. You drive continuous improvement, foster innovation, and deliver value to customers while achieving ambitious goals. This high‑visibility role is ideal for a strategic, hands‑on leader passionate about lasting operational change.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the VP of Operational Excellence and Lead Director to deploy strategy supporting enterprise transformation.
Oversee large‑scale initiatives to standardize, optimize, and improve processes across business lines.
Drive continuous improvement, fostering innovation and operational efficiency.
Align with financial targets and KPIs, supporting governance frameworks to track success.
Communicate effectively with executives and stakeholders to gain buy‑in.
Deploy cost‑optimization strategies and lead internal process standardization.
Operational Strategy & Execution
Collaborate with senior leadership to define and execute operational improvement strategy.
Lead complex enterprise‑wide transformation efforts and process improvement initiatives.
Manage financial readiness, conduct P&L diagnostics, and recommend cost savings.
Apply Lean methodologies and tools to optimize processes across departments.
Communicate status updates, ROI, and results to senior leadership.
Facilitate improvement events (VSMs, Kaizen, pilots, analytics, systems thinking).
Develop and oversee project plans, budgets, and timelines.
Build business intelligence reporting with analytics teams, aligning to strategic objectives.
Guide development and auditing of Standard Work to ensure policy alignment.
Meet regularly with project sponsors, provide timely documentation, and elevate key issues.
Demonstrate initiative, independence, and accountability with a “can‑do” mindset.
Serve as role model for continuous improvement, leveraging innovation including AI/ML.
Change Management
Influence and facilitate change without formal authority.
Lead change initiatives to ensure adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies.
Develop and execute change management plans (communication, training, stakeholder engagement).
Partner with leadership to assess impacts, mitigate resistance, and foster adaptability.
Qualifications – Required
7+ years applying Lean Six Sigma to drive improvement; 5+ years facilitating large‑scale Lean Transformations.
Deep experience in Lean tools/methods (Hoshin Kanri, VSMs, Kaizen, A3 thinking, daily management, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work).
Skilled in strategy deployment, stakeholder management, and executive communications.
Strong data analytics capability for problem solving and root cause analysis.
High emotional intelligence, relationship building, and communication skills.
Self‑starter, strategic thinker, adaptable in ambiguity, committed to continuous learning and personal development.
Proven success leading cross‑functional, complex projects with executive‑level engagement.
Preferred – Optional
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in transactional Lean environment is a plus.
Experience with Tableau, Sigma, Salesforce, Lucid, Monday.com, and ChatGPT is a plus.
Compensation Hiring Salary Range: $138,000 – $173,000. Bonus target and LTI will be determined by location, education, experience, and market data.
Benefits All full‑time roles in the US come with comprehensive benefits: healthcare, dental, vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents; 401(k) plan with company match of 50 % up to 12 % of eligible compensation; generous PTO starting at 22 days per year plus paid holidays and volunteer time; additional wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle‑specific benefits.
Employment Type Full time
Location Chicago, Illinois and additional locations: Cerritos, CA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; East Rutherford, NJ; Indianapolis, IN; Los Angeles (LAX Office); Miami, FL; New Jersey; New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA.
Equal Opportunity Statement All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
People First Each of us at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. We operate with autonomy and accountability, encouraging initiative and career advancement. Our generous total rewards package reflects our commitment to quality management, leadership development, and employee well‑being.
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