Operational Excellence Specialist - 2026 Leadership Development Program

Avient Corporation • Avon Lake, OH • 20h ago

Job Summary The Operational Excellence Leadership Development Program accelerates professional development by placing recent MBA graduates on multiple Avient teams during a two-year, project-based leadership development program. These teams develop and support a wide range of applications and information systems that drive improvement of the critical processes of Avient businesses. Improvement activities may include focus in the following areas: distribution, supply planning, manufacturing, strategic sourcing, customer management, demand management, master scheduling & planning, inventory management, research & development, and network optimization. Individuals get hands-on experience through various assignments (Corporate, regional, and possibly international) to gain key operational excellence, leadership and change management competencies augmenting their historical work and academic experience. During each phase of their assignment, individuals will establish relationships with peers and leaders, learn fundamentals and receive coaching and performance feedback from Avient leadership. Upon completion of the program, individuals will be placed in a full-time role within Avient that best suits their personal and professional goals and matches company needs. Essential Functions Lead and participate in cross-functional project teams within operations and supply chain. Assist in the creation of world-class internal processes in rotational areas such as strategic supplier management, contract management, operations, and operations planning. Participate in Avient Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Kaizen Leader training and complete at least two DMAIC projects over the rotational period to earn Black Belt certification. Interface with Operational Excellence department and all areas of the business units to ensure improvements are implemented and sustained. Identify and develop key operational excellence metrics and measures to facilitate performance improvements. Interact with senior management, gain exposure to Avient's most critical initiatives, build relationships with other high-potential employees across the globe, and make a difference in Avient's future success. Gain an understanding of the various Avient businesses from a financial, operational, and strategic standpoint. Application of change management and leadership capabilities with Avient customers through the "Customer First" program. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience MBA, Operations or Supply Chain Management focus and three years of work experience preferred. Project management experience, team facilitation, data analysis, change management, best practice translation, and process improvement experience is ideal. Qualifications Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to acquire, assimilate, and analyze data from multiple systems and data sources using a variety of business intelligence and reporting tools. Strong communication and presentation skills adaptable for engaging with multiple levels across the organization. Ability to operate and take initiative in an environment of ambiguity; holds themselves and team members accountable for a high level of performance. Required to travel by car or plane up to 25% of the time. Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it's powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you're a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you'll find your place at Avient. Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into rea

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