CI Regional Specialist

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Date: Mar 25, 2026

Location: Warsaw, PL

Company: AkzoNobel

 

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

 

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com 

 

© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.

 

About the role

 

To build a Continuous Improvement culture in our functions DNA in Global Business Services sites, by using CI methodologies. To implement CI knowledge on assigned tasks which requires independent Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Assessments, designing current and future state, building Implementation plans and controls as well as driving solutions to completion.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Developing and sustaining a culture of Continuous Improvement and knowledge about related methodologies.
  • Execute projects and identification of improvement opportunities.
  • Provide forums and support teams leading to do effective execution.
  • Deliver value to the GBS by improving the real result key performance indicators.
  • Execute and contribute to regional and global CI projects which may include automation support.
  • Supporting sites CI Ambassador and associated towers, including coaching and skill development on CI methodologies.

 

Key requirements

 

  • Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree.
  • Several years of experience working in fast pace multicultural environment, ideally in SSC/GBS structures.
  • Experience in lean and six sigma methodology with track record of delivering high value improvement projects.
  • At least Green Belt in Six Sigma.
  • Ability to work under severe time pressure and delivering on agreed deadlines.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and conflict resolution skills on all organizational levels combined with ability to gain respect and trust through situational leadership.
  • Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Visio, Minitab etc.).
  • Full professional proficiency in English.
  • Other European language would be an advantage.

 

What we offer

 

  • Additional bonus.
  • Referral program.
  • LuxMed health care including dental, multisport membership, additional insurance.
  • Learning cafeteria and access to LinkedIn learning.
  • Well-being workshops.
  • Mentoring program.
  • Team building events.
  • CSR Initiatives.

 

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

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