Operational Excellence Lead

Join Our Purpose – Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a part of the SHV family of companies whose purpose is the courage to care for generations to come. Our solutions go beyond nutrition – we provide best-in-class advice and technology to help our customers produce more sustainable food to feed the world's growing population.

Nutreco has two business lines:

• Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future.

• Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

Role Description

As an Operational Excellence Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Nutreco’s future by combining strong project execution with a passion for continuous improvement. You will lead and coach local OE teams, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure that operational excellence is embedded across our GSP locations. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, enjoys empowering others, and wants to make a visible difference in a global, multi-site environment.

About the Role

• Lead and coach local OE leads across multiple sites, ensuring consistent project execution aligned with Nutreco’s Design, Quality, and HSE standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and translating them into actionable initiatives that enhance productivity and operational performance.
• Build and maintain a structured project tracker, lead stakeholder meetings, and ensure timely and high-quality execution of plant strategies.

Skills and Expertise

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or similar roles, with exposure to Lean Six Sigma or related methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead or coach teams in a multi-site, international environment, with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project) and AutoCAD; familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Lean Six Sigma tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Expectation from Role

• Be present and visible across the 3 Dutch GSP sites weekly, building strong relationships and fostering a collaborative culture.
• Bring structure, clarity, and follow-through to all OE initiatives, ensuring alignment with plant strategies and business priorities.
• Act as a connector and coach—listening, guiding, and empowering teams to deliver sustainable improvements.

Why You Will Love Working with Us

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.
• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 30 vacation days.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home several days per week.
• A purpose-driven culture focused on sustainability, innovation, and continuous learning.

Local Benefits

• Travel opportunities across the Netherlands and Germany (GSP locations).
• Strong focus on personal development and coaching.
• Access to Nutreco’s internal learning platforms and Lean Six Sigma training.
• Collaborative, inclusive team culture with a focus on empowerment and ownership.
• Modern office facilities in Amersfoort and other GSP sites.

Next Steps

We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.