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Eaton's Electrical Sector is hiring a Director of Quality and Operational Excellence EMEA (Multiple locations accepted _)_ . This position requires 25% travel.
**What you'll do:**
This role is responsible to develop and execute the Quality and OPEX strategy for ES EMEA, and to lead the functional team to provide the highest levels of value to the business. This role is also responsible for making sure that the quality level of the products designed, manufactured and supplied is such that it delights our customers. In this role the Senior leader will be responsible for the deployment of business management systems which follow internation quality standards and drive continuous improvement of all functions throughout the region. The leader also provides functional support of development, management and administration of roadmaps to improve customer satisfaction and global competitiveness.
+ Overall ownership and responsibility of the Quality, Continous Improvement, Supplier Development and EBS deployment functions (Quality and OPEX) for the entire value stream of ES EMEA.
+ Drive key performance metrics, including Hi5 / Cost Out / World Class Manufacturing / Supplier Quality and provide functional leadership to Division and Plant Operations to improve customer satisfaction through performance improvement and standardization of best practices.
+ Own the strategy deployment for the Quality and OPEX function, working with Regional and Division Leadership Teams to identify current and future needs.
+ Identify and lead prevention-based initiatives to address common barriers for region, division & the plants and enable sustainable improvements.
+ Champion the Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS) and Eaton Continuous Improvement System (ECIS) within the region, overseeing self-assessments, OpA, EBSA, QFR management and Q-LOR deployment.
+ Identify with regional and divisional leaders appropriate action plans for improvement.
+ Overall ownership of the Quality Alert process (HSCQE), ensuring timely escalation & communication of customer escapes, coordinate appropriate containment and root cause preventive actions.
+ Lead the Supplier Development Team according to Eaton's defined Supplier Development Procedures, Processes, and Work instructions. Act as a leader for plant and divisional SQE for problem resolution as point of escalation to leading cross-functional teams on major supplier issues resolution.
+ Lead EBS Deployment for the region, support leaders to enhance deployment, facilitate regional activities such as EBS Pull to support the growth of ES EMEA.
+ Take an active role in PROLaunch decision gates to ensure flawless product and/or process launches.
+ Builds organizational capability across region by leading and supporting training strategies to build competencies.
+ Lead the development of lean practitioners, conducting training events and validation of practioners to Eaton standards.
+ Provide training support for sites in the use of quality tools, including:Problem Solving, Problem Awareness, Variation Reduction and Core Tools
+ Represent ES EMEA in Corporate councils, supporting continious improvement of enterprise level processes and procedures.
**Qualifications:**
+ Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
+ 10 years of experience in quality, manufacturing or engineering
+ Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in the Electrical industry
**Skills:**
+ Experience with product assurance methods and quality systems. Automotive, Aerospace or Data Center experience essential
+ Relevant certifications (e.g. CQE, CMQ, Six Sigma Black Belt)
+ Track record of successful leadership in cross-regional and multicultural environments
+ Strong leadership skills, coaching and mentoring of the team.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of a global organization
+ Experience interfacing with C-suite leadership and external stakeholders.
+ Fluency in English; additional European or regional languages are a plus.
+ Willingness and ability to travel across the EMEA region as required.
At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees.
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Job Title: Underwriting Operations Manager Location: London (3 days per week onsite) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement across underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in owning the operating model, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting strategic goals through data-driven insights and robust control frameworks. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation of Operational Excellence methodologies to deliver process improvements. Manage and coordinate workstreams focused on business analysis and operational enhancements. Utilize analytical skills to identify trends, exceptions, and benchmark performance against the market. Develop, implement, and maintain control frameworks and reporting oversight aligned with underwriting operations. Collaborate across teams to improve data completeness and accuracy, enhancing portfolio management and operational performance. Work closely with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities. Partner with Business Change teams to prioritize IT-related initiatives. Ensure compliance with all relevant reporting and governance standards, including regulatory requirements. Support the launch and implementation of new products and initiatives. Drive process execution and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop resource and triage models to inform leadership on operational needs. Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to refine reporting and improve operational outcomes. Skills & Experience Proven experience in insurance underwriting operations and operational optimization. Strong expertise in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels. Solid understanding of business objectives and the insurance market. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to effectively plan and organize workload independently. Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements applicable to underwriting operations. Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset. Additional Information This role requires presence onsite in London for 3 days a week.

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Operational Excellence Consultant to support and lead continuous process improvement initiatives across underwriting operations. This role involves working closely with process owners and key stakeholders to identify opportunities, deliver lean process improvements, and ensure operational excellence aligned with the organisation’s target operating model.

You will act as a subject matter expert, facilitating collaboration across teams and providing valuable insights and guidance to improve business efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Process Owners in delivering improvement projects using lean methodologies.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to boost business effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain and enhance the business process library, ensuring processes are current and aligned with standards.
• Collaborate with Governance and Assurance teams to uphold effective controls in high-risk areas.
• Coach and facilitate the adoption of lean methodologies within business projects.
• Act as a business support SME, providing stakeholders with expert guidance.
• Challenge proposed solutions to ensure alignment with business strategy and risk appetite.
• Translate complex concepts into clear communications for senior stakeholders.
• Prepare cost/benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate user involvement throughout the business change lifecycle, including user acceptance testing and post-implementation support.
• Work with Service Management to ensure smooth transitions of change initiatives into live environments.
• Develop and deliver training materials tailored to various audiences.
• Manage your workload effectively and provide regular updates to management.
• Escalate risks and issues appropriately and manage assigned risks proactively.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing complex business processes and engaging with key stakeholders.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives, ideally with exposure to automation and emerging technologies.
• Strong knowledge of business process analysis techniques and methodologies.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable success in delivering business process change projects.
• Familiarity with insurance technology platforms (underwriting, claims, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team under managerial direction.
• Excellent prioritisation and multitasking skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capability to produce clear, structured documentation.
• Effective matrix management skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and other business productivity tools.
• Experience with various business applications such as finance, ERP, document management, workflow, and data warehouses.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to European offices and flexibility in working hours to meet business needs.

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Operational Excellence Consultant to support and lead continuous process improvement initiatives across underwriting operations. This role involves working closely with process owners and key stakeholders to identify opportunities, deliver lean process improvements, and ensure operational excellence aligned with the organisation’s target operating model.

You will act as a subject matter expert, facilitating collaboration across teams and providing valuable insights and guidance to improve business efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Process Owners in delivering improvement projects using lean methodologies.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to boost business effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain and enhance the business process library, ensuring processes are current and aligned with standards.
• Collaborate with Governance and Assurance teams to uphold effective controls in high-risk areas.
• Coach and facilitate the adoption of lean methodologies within business projects.
• Act as a business support SME, providing stakeholders with expert guidance.
• Challenge proposed solutions to ensure alignment with business strategy and risk appetite.
• Translate complex concepts into clear communications for senior stakeholders.
• Prepare cost/benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate user involvement throughout the business change lifecycle, including user acceptance testing and post-implementation support.
• Work with Service Management to ensure smooth transitions of change initiatives into live environments.
• Develop and deliver training materials tailored to various audiences.
• Manage your workload effectively and provide regular updates to management.
• Escalate risks and issues appropriately and manage assigned risks proactively.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing complex business processes and engaging with key stakeholders.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives, ideally with exposure to automation and emerging technologies.
• Strong knowledge of business process analysis techniques and methodologies.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable success in delivering business process change projects.
• Familiarity with insurance technology platforms (underwriting, claims, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team under managerial direction.
• Excellent prioritisation and multitasking skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capability to produce clear, structured documentation.
• Effective matrix management skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and other business productivity tools.
• Experience with various business applications such as finance, ERP, document management, workflow, and data warehouses.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to European offices and flexibility in working hours to meet business needs.

Job Title: Underwriting Operations Manager

Location: London (3 days per week onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement across underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in owning the operating model, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting strategic goals through data-driven insights and robust control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Operational Excellence methodologies to deliver process improvements.
• Manage and coordinate workstreams focused on business analysis and operational enhancements.
• Utilize analytical skills to identify trends, exceptions, and benchmark performance against the market.
• Develop, implement, and maintain control frameworks and reporting oversight aligned with underwriting operations.
• Collaborate across teams to improve data completeness and accuracy, enhancing portfolio management and operational performance.
• Work closely with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Business Change teams to prioritize IT-related initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant reporting and governance standards, including regulatory requirements.
• Support the launch and implementation of new products and initiatives.
• Drive process execution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop resource and triage models to inform leadership on operational needs.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to refine reporting and improve operational outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in insurance underwriting operations and operational optimization.
• Strong expertise in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Solid understanding of business objectives and the insurance market.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize workload independently.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements applicable to underwriting operations.
• Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset.

Additional Information

• This role requires presence onsite in London for 3 days a week.

Job Title: Underwriting Operations Manager

Location: London (3 days per week onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement across underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in owning the operating model, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting strategic goals through data-driven insights and robust control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Operational Excellence methodologies to deliver process improvements.
• Manage and coordinate workstreams focused on business analysis and operational enhancements.
• Utilize analytical skills to identify trends, exceptions, and benchmark performance against the market.
• Develop, implement, and maintain control frameworks and reporting oversight aligned with underwriting operations.
• Collaborate across teams to improve data completeness and accuracy, enhancing portfolio management and operational performance.
• Work closely with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Business Change teams to prioritize IT-related initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant reporting and governance standards, including regulatory requirements.
• Support the launch and implementation of new products and initiatives.
• Drive process execution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop resource and triage models to inform leadership on operational needs.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to refine reporting and improve operational outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in insurance underwriting operations and operational optimization.
• Strong expertise in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Solid understanding of business objectives and the insurance market.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize workload independently.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements applicable to underwriting operations.
• Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset.

Additional Information

• This role requires presence onsite in London for 3 days a week.

Job Description

Job Title: Underwriting Operations Manager

Location: London (3 days per week onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement across underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in owning the operating model, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting strategic goals through data-driven insights and robust control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Operational Excellence methodologies to deliver process improvements.
• Manage and coordinate workstreams focused on business analysis and operational enhancements.
• Utilize analytical skills to identify trends, exceptions, and benchmark performance against the market.
• Develop, implement, and maintain control frameworks and reporting oversight aligned with underwriting operations.
• Collaborate across teams to improve data completeness and accuracy, enhancing portfolio management and operational performance.
• Work closely with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Business Change teams to prioritize IT-related initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant reporting and governance standards, including regulatory requirements.
• Support the launch and implementation of new products and initiatives.
• Drive process execution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop resource and triage models to inform leadership on operational needs.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to refine reporting and improve operational outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in insurance underwriting operations and operational optimization.
• Strong expertise in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Solid understanding of business objectives and the insurance market.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize workload independently.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements applicable to underwriting operations.
• Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset.

Additional Information

• This role requires presence onsite in London for 3 days a week.

Job Description

Job Title: Underwriting Operations Manager

Location: London (3 days per week onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underwriting Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive continuous improvement across underwriting operations. This role is pivotal in owning the operating model, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting strategic goals through data-driven insights and robust control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Operational Excellence methodologies to deliver process improvements.
• Manage and coordinate workstreams focused on business analysis and operational enhancements.
• Utilize analytical skills to identify trends, exceptions, and benchmark performance against the market.
• Develop, implement, and maintain control frameworks and reporting oversight aligned with underwriting operations.
• Collaborate across teams to improve data completeness and accuracy, enhancing portfolio management and operational performance.
• Work closely with leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Business Change teams to prioritize IT-related initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant reporting and governance standards, including regulatory requirements.
• Support the launch and implementation of new products and initiatives.
• Drive process execution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop resource and triage models to inform leadership on operational needs.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to refine reporting and improve operational outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in insurance underwriting operations and operational optimization.
• Strong expertise in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Solid understanding of business objectives and the insurance market.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize workload independently.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements applicable to underwriting operations.
• Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset.

Additional Information

• This role requires presence onsite in London for 3 days a week.

Job Description

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Operational Excellence Consultant to support and lead continuous process improvement initiatives across underwriting operations. This role involves working closely with process owners and key stakeholders to identify opportunities, deliver lean process improvements, and ensure operational excellence aligned with the organisation’s target operating model.

You will act as a subject matter expert, facilitating collaboration across teams and providing valuable insights and guidance to improve business efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Process Owners in delivering improvement projects using lean methodologies.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to boost business effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain and enhance the business process library, ensuring processes are current and aligned with standards.
• Collaborate with Governance and Assurance teams to uphold effective controls in high-risk areas.
• Coach and facilitate the adoption of lean methodologies within business projects.
• Act as a business support SME, providing stakeholders with expert guidance.
• Challenge proposed solutions to ensure alignment with business strategy and risk appetite.
• Translate complex concepts into clear communications for senior stakeholders.
• Prepare cost/benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate user involvement throughout the business change lifecycle, including user acceptance testing and post-implementation support.
• Work with Service Management to ensure smooth transitions of change initiatives into live environments.
• Develop and deliver training materials tailored to various audiences.
• Manage your workload effectively and provide regular updates to management.
• Escalate risks and issues appropriately and manage assigned risks proactively.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing complex business processes and engaging with key stakeholders.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives, ideally with exposure to automation and emerging technologies.
• Strong knowledge of business process analysis techniques and methodologies.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable success in delivering business process change projects.
• Familiarity with insurance technology platforms (underwriting, claims, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team under managerial direction.
• Excellent prioritisation and multitasking skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capability to produce clear, structured documentation.
• Effective matrix management skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and other business productivity tools.
• Experience with various business applications such as finance, ERP, document management, workflow, and data warehouses.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to European offices and flexibility in working hours to meet business needs.