JOB DETAILS
Business Process Excellence Director
CompanyKanadevia Inova
LocationZurich
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 15, 2026
About The Company
Kanadevia Inova is a global greentech leader that pioneers innovative solutions for the energy transition and circular economy.
Based in Zurich and employing more than 3,300 people in 17 countries, Kanadevia Inova specializes in waste to x (WtX) and renewable gas (RG), delivering turnkey systems that transform waste into valuable resources through cutting-edge technology.
As part of Kanadevia Corporation, our mission is to bring value to communities and contribute to a future free of wasted waste. We take an innovative approach at every stage, from project development, engineering and construction (EPC) to end-to-end support throughout a plant’s life cycle. By integrating advanced technology and continuous research and development, we ensure each project is tailored to achieve optimal performance.
With over 1,600 reference projects completed globally, our team delivers innovative, customer-centric solutions to both established leaders and partners in emerging markets.
If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability towards a future free of wasted waste, join our community of 3,000 talented professionals who make an impact every day.
About the Role
Company Description
Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.
Transforming Waste into Value
At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.
Job Description
- Define and lead KVI’s global Business Process Excellence strategy, enabling scalable growth, operational efficiency and process standardisation.
- Develop and lead the Business Process Excellence function and play a key leadership role in KVI’s enterprise transformation programme.
- Develop and govern the Group-wide Global Processes framework, including standards, policies, decision rights and compliance.
- Ensure Master Data Management harmonization and readiness for integrations and process sustainability.
- Own the global process landscape, process maturity concept, KPI framework, and continuous improvement roadmap to deliver measurable business value.
- Lead and develop the Global Process Owner network, ensuring alignment across functions, regions and business units.
- Drive end-to-end process optimisation, Lean process re-engineering and post-merger integration process harmonization across the organisation.
- Prioritise and govern process, data and applications initiatives, in alignment with business strategy.
Qualifications
- Proven leadership experience in Business Process Excellence, Operational Excellence, Process Governance, Integrated Management System, or Enterprise Transformation within a global organisation.
- Strong track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Expertise in Business Process Management, process re-engineering, Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes, process architecture, KPIs and governance models.
- Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, IFS or comparable enterprise systems.
- Practical experience in Master Data Management, data governance, stewardship and data quality management.
- Ability to bridge business and Process Management functions, translating strategic requirements into scalable processes, data and technology solutions.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Information Systems or a related discipline; fluent English required.
Additional Information
We offer
• Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
• Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy
• Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
• Excellent employment conditions
• Attractive working place (central, good transport links)
• Modern infrastructure
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.
Key Skills
Business Process ExcellenceOperational ExcellenceProcess GovernanceEnterprise TransformationLean MethodologiesContinuous ImprovementMaster Data ManagementData GovernanceProcess Re-engineeringKPI FrameworkChange ManagementStrategic PlanningERP SystemsSAPIFSStakeholder Management
Categories
Management & LeadershipEngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityEnergyData & Analytics
Benefits
International working environmentProfessional development opportunitiesInova Academy accessModern infrastructureCentral office location
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Define and lead the global Business Process Excellence strategy to drive operational efficiency and scalable growth across the organization. Govern the global process framework, manage the process owner network, and oversee continuous improvement initiatives to deliver measurable business value.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
2144
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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