Process Improvement Manager at gategroup Process Improvement Manager at gategroup in Reston, Virginia Posted in 4 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

About us gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board, and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry - fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative, and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment. For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com. Job Summary The Process Owner - IDS supports the Senior Process Owner by managing day to day development, maintenance, deployment, and improvement of IDS processes at the regional level. This role focuses on operational requirement gathering, process documentation, training, performance tracking, and supporting units through IDS deployment and optimization. The Process Owner ensures correct execution of IDS standards, material flow rules, delivery schedules, receiving practices, and traceability controls per the IDS Core Process document.

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:

$90,000- $95,000/Per Year This position is eligible for incentive pay of 10% of the annual base salary, dependent upon successful attainment of company, team, and individual goals. Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Main Duties & Responsibilities 1. Process Documentation & Maintenance Maintain IDS SOPs, route maps, pick drop return point documentation, and delivery schedules. Update IDS documentation in alignment with global standards and Senior Process Owner guidance. 2. Deployment Support & Unit Enablement Support units in designing IDS material flows tailored to their layout, volumes, and constraints. Help local teams set PAR levels, delivery frequencies, and goods receiving routines. Deliver training sessions and support new process rollouts. 3. Receiving, Traceability & Inventory Controls Ensure units correctly apply receiving processes, material requisition flows, and PAR level replenishment. Support implementation of

FIFO/FEFO

rules and food safety practices in internal delivery. Assist units in implementing traceability tools and data capture procedures. 4. Technology & Tools Support Capture operational requirements and support BRD development for IDS related system enhancements. Coordinate testing, validation, and rollout of receiving, inventory, and IDS digital tools. Provide user support and collect feedback for continuous improvement. 5. Supply Chain Process Improvement Support Assist in initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and optimize material flow. Support pilots, data collection, route performance analysis, and root-cause reviews. 6. KPI Tracking & Reporting Track IDS KPIs and support units in understanding performance. Conduct compliance checks and document findings for corrective action (IFBL). Support creation of dashboards or reporting tools that visualize IDS performance

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field. Lean/6-Sigma certification preferred.

Work Experience:

At least 3 years in operations, supply chain, inventory, or internal logistics. Understanding of material flow, receiving, inventory control, or warehouse operations. Experience writing SOPs, process flows, or technical instructions.

Language and Communication Skills:

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate complex operational information clearly to senior leadership. Demonstrated ability to influence, facilitate, and build alignment across global, regional, and local stakeholders. Strong presentation, training, coaching, and workshop-facilitation skills. Ability to listen effectively, challenge constructively, and build trusted cross-functional relationships.

Core Competencies Required Customer Focus:

Delivers prompt, courteous, and effective support to all users.

Accountability:

Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to resolution.

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively and supports colleagues to achieve common goals.

Communication:

Explains technical information clearly to non-technical users.

Adaptability:

Remains flexible and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Continuous Learning:

Proactively develops skills and keeps knowledge up to date.

Job Dimensions Geographic Responsibility:

US Type of Employment:

Full-time The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the job being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. gategroup reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Candidates may be required to go through a pre-employment drug screen, criminal check, and/or airport fingerprinting. gategroup - an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to workforce diversity and actively encourage all qualified persons to seek employment with us, including, but not limited to, racial and ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.