Assistant Manager – Standards & Enablement (Process Excellence)

About the role

The Assistant Manager – Standards & Enablement will act as custodian of DevCo Operations, translating approved management direction into documented, adopted and measurable ways of working while driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise development and maintenance of the Business Operating Model and Business Capability Model.
• Maintain the process architecture, process management methodology and process repository.
• Lead process mapping, SOP development and workflow design with accountable process owners.
• Operate the Continuous Improvement methodology and monthly issue‑log intake.
• Facilitate approved Lean and process‑improvement initiatives and evidence benefits.
• Design and deliver briefings, walkthroughs and rollout support for standards adoption.
• Maintain the operational knowledge repository and lessons‑learned register.
• Identify and coordinate digital, automation and AI improvement opportunities with accountable functions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, engineering, business administration, operations management or a related field.
• 7–10 years of total experience, including at least 4 years in business process management, operational excellence, continuous improvement or management consulting.
• Fluent written and spoken English; Arabic advantageous.
• Strong facilitation and workshop capability with senior stakeholders.
• Eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia.

Required skills

• Expertise in Business Process Management and Process Architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure and process documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Lean thinking and continuous improvement methods.
• Advanced change management and adoption planning.
• Proficiency with process mapping tools.

What we offer

• Commitment to professional growth through continuous training programs.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects that set new standards in sustainable development.
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, excellence, and cultural sensitivity.