Operational Excellence Manager

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative building design and sustainability. Prologis owns or has investments in properties and development projects of ~1.2 billion square feet in 19 countries and enables 2.8% of the world’s GDP. We have committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Beyond real estate, our Essentials platform optimizes the company’s global asset portfolio to provide our customers solutions that address today’s warehouse and shipping challenges. Prologis Ventures invests in logistics innovation and technology companies to modernize supply chains worldwide.

Job Title

Operational Excellence Manager

Company

Prologis

A day in the life

We are seeking a highly motivated Operational Excellence Manager who will play a crucial role in driving performance improvements and supporting strategic business initiatives. This position is ideal for an early-career professional who has the potential to make a significant impact by optimizing processes, utilizing analytical insights, and contributing to long-term operational goals.

This is a great opportunity for a highly ambitious professional looking to take their skills to the next level, contributing directly to the company’s success while gaining valuable experience in strategic operations and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Process Improvement Initiatives: Collaborate with various teams to identify, analyze, and optimize business processes, focusing on efficiency and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Operational Strategy Support: Assist senior leadership in executing operational strategies aimed at improving key performance metrics and creating lasting value for the company.
• Data-Driven Insights: Use data analysis to uncover process inefficiencies, providing actionable recommendations to drive improvements. Support the development of proof-of-concept solutions that explore potential areas for automation and process streamlining.
• Continuous Improvement: Utilize Lean and other operational methodologies to foster a culture of continuous improvement. Partner with teams to ensure that initiatives deliver measurable results and contribute to overall business performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with different departments to ensure alignment and shared accountability in implementing process changes and improvements across the business.
• Innovation Evaluation: Explore opportunities to integrate new technologies, including automation and AI, as part of broader process improvements, always ensuring alignment with business goals.

Building blocks for success

Required

• 4+ years’ experience and/or exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma, with the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience interpreting data and providing insights for operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with technical tools or programming languages, such as Python or R, particularly for supporting proof-of-concept development.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt certification or equivalent is a plus).
• Internship or work experience in process improvement, operations, or similar fields.

Hiring Salary Range of: $85,000 – $117,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type

Full time

Location:

Denver, Colorado

Additional Locations:

Charlotte, North Carolina, Chicago, Illinois, Columbia, Maryland, Dallas, Texas, East Rutherford, New Jersey, Las Vegas, Nevada, Los Angeles, California, Miami, Florida, Nashville, Tennessee, New Jersey-Mt. Laurel Office, New York, New York, Orlando, Florida, Phoenix, Arizona, Portland, Oregon, San Francisco, California, Seattle, Washington, Springfield Gardens, New York