Regional CI Manager

Regional Continuous Improvement Manager (m/f/d), Ardagh Metal Packaging Europe
in any Ardagh location in Europe

Role Description:
The purpose of the Regional CI Manager role is to lead the deployment of the AMPS program across the region, driving measurable improvements in business performance and embedding best practices in operational excellence. This role is responsible for identifying and supporting performance improvement opportunities—such as ODM reduction, spoilage control, cost optimization, and productivity gains—through the practical application of AMPS tools and methodologies. The CI Regional Manager will facilitate Kaizen events and Lean activities aligned with global AMPS standards, while also conducting internal assessments and supporting sites in the development and execution of action plans to drive results. A key part of the role is to ensure consistent and practical application of AMPS tools and methodologies, acting as a regional expert and technical reference, promoting best practices, and supporting benchmarking efforts to identify and scale high-impact initiatives. Ultimately, the role aims to translate improvement activities into sustainable operational and financial outcomes, enhancing overall performance across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

1. AMPS Strategy & Implementation

• Partner with business and operations leaders to align regional AMPS strategies with broader or-ganizational goals.
• Provide oversight and guidance on AMPS initiatives across the region to ensure consistent de-ployment and impact.
• Support the development and standardization of training and deployment materials that enable successful AMPS implementation.
• Perform AMPS audits and assessments to evaluate maturity, identify gaps, and guide continuous improvement efforts.

2. Operational Excellence

• Support plants in executing Lean initiatives, including the facilitation of Kaizen events and on-site improvement activities.
• Guide plants in identifying and delivering performance improvement opportunities—such as ODM reduction, spoilage control, cost optimization, and productivity gains—using structured methodol-ogies and data analytics.
• Assist in harmonizing CI practices and processes across the region to drive consistency and op-erational efficiency.

3. Capability Building & Coaching

• Identify regional training needs related to AMPS and Continuous Improvement.
• Deliver CI training as needed, covering core Lean tools, Six Sigma principles, and AMPS meth-odologies.
• Support the creation of training programs and development of regional CI capability to ensure sustainability of CI practices.
• Mentor plant CI leaders and teams to build a strong continuous improvement mindset.

4. Culture & Change Leadership

• Act as a change agent by promoting a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and Lean thinking throughout the region.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional CI and AMPS-driven initiatives, fostering collaboration and shared ownership.
• Support leadership in managing change, reinforcing AMPS principles, and embedding CI practic-es into daily operations.

5. Collaboration & Influence

• Collaborate with Business Units, plant teams, and functional leaders to ensure alignment of AMPS deployment with operational needs.
• Support knowledge transfer and standardization of CI tools and practices across the region.
• Act as a moderator to foster engagement and alignment among cross-functional stakeholders on key CI initiatives.

6. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report performance metrics tied to AMPS and CI initiatives, including cycle times, cost savings, and project impact.
• Connect AMPS efforts to financial and operational performance improvements.
• Support regional benchmarking by identifying, documenting, and sharing high-impact practices and success stories across sites.
• Contribute to the Ardagh Best Practices initiative, ensuring alignment and continuous learning across the organization.

Requirements:

• University Degree in Engineer 
• Certified in Six Sigma Black Belt
• Project Management applying both Lean and Six Sigma
• Proficient in MS Office tools
• Strong understanding of Manufacturing Management Systems 
• Process and data driven mindset with strong, ability to understand the plant´s technologies & processes
• Proficient in data analysis and CI tools
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated application of  Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
• Comfortable engaging with all levels of Management including Regional and Global leadership
• Ability to interact and network with all in- and external stakeholders, exceptional relation-building skills
• Clear and concise communicator able to build a compelling vision or direction
• Willingness to learn and teach new methodologies and tools
• Strong presentation, motivation and good listening skills
• Leader and team builder, effectively dealing with cross cultural business environment
• Good problem-solving, team-working and conflict management skills
• Able to deal with ambiguity and able to resolve problems in that environment
• Analtical thinking
• Flexible and resilient
• Change management
• Fluent in spoken and written German and English

What we offer:

You can expect a competitive compensation and benefit package in an international environment with challenging project work and a dynamic team. Additionally, you will be a part of our exciting and growing business.

Über Ardagh Metal Packaging

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) ist ein führender Anbieter von nachhaltigen, unbegrenzt recycelbaren Getränkedosen aus Metall für Marken auf der ganzen Welt. Als Teil des nachhaltigen Verpackungsunternehmens Ardagh Group ist AMP in Europa und Nord- und Südamerika führend in der Branche und verfügt über innovative Produktionskapazitäten, 23 Produktionsstätten, mehr als 6.000 Mitarbeiter und einen Umsatz von 4,8 Milliarden US-Dollar im Jahr 2023.

AMP befindet sich zu 76 % im Besitz der Ardagh Group und ist an der New Yorker Börse unter dem Kürzel AMBP notiert.

Über die Ardagh Group

Die Ardagh Group ist ein globaler Anbieter von unbegrenzt recycelbaren Metall- und Glasverpackungslösungen und produziert Verpackungen für Marken auf der ganzen Welt. Wir sind ein Team von etwa 20.000 Mitarbeitern mit einem Umsatz von mehr als 9 Milliarden Dollar. Heute sind wir auf dem amerikanischen Kontinent, in Europa und Afrika vertreten.

· Ardagh produziert viele der Getränkedosen und -flaschen, die Ihre Lieblingsgetränke enthalten.

· Unsere Verpackungen werden aus Metall und Glas hergestellt - dauerhafte Materialien, die ohne Qualitätsverluste unendlich oft recycelt werden können.

· Ardagh produziert mehr als 60 Milliarden Behälter pro Jahr (mehr als 160 Millionen Behälter pro Tag).

Die Zukunft, die wir für Ardagh gestalten, basiert auf unseren vier Grundwerten: Inklusion, Vertrauen, Teamwork und Exzellenz. Wir bieten aufregende und lohnende Möglichkeiten für talentierte und kreative Menschen. Wenn Sie ehrgeizig sind und mit Ihrer Karriere etwas bewirken wollen, kommen Sie in unser Team - Sie werden die Reise genießen!