Continuous Improvement & Engineering Project Lead – Neresnica

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor project performance (cost, timeline, quality), proactively manage risks and deviations, and ensure timely corrective actions
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain) and manage external contractors and suppliers
• Ensure all project documentation, approvals, and tender processes are completed in line with project requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across projects and operations, applying Lean methodologies to improve efficiency and eliminate waste
• Lead change management activities, ensuring successful adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, problem-solving, and best practice sharing
• Support people development through training, coaching, and knowledge transfer within CI and project management areas
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and environmental standards
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REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or related field preferred)/High School Diploma
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering, project management, and/or continuous improvement roles
• Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies and CI tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, etc.)
• Proven experience in leading projects and driving process improvements
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel (Location - Neresnica)
• Fluent English

ABOUT YOUR TEAM:

We are Coca-Cola Hellenic, a growth-focused consumer goods business and strategic bottling partner of the Coca-Cola Company. We bottle, distribute and sell an unrivalled range of products in 29 markets in Europe, Africa and Eurasia. As we do, we create value for all stakeholders, support socio-economic growth and build a more positive environmental impact.

We bring together more than 30,000 people from over 70 nationalities, coming from five continents. The diversity of our markets, from mature to emerging economies, provides a wide range of attractive opportunities for growth.

We nurture our talents. We give opportunities to people across all functions and levels, as well as different geographies, backgrounds and education. We are willing to take a risk on the people we believe in, even if they don’t have the perfect experience. We have faith in what every person can be. 

And although we have so much to be proud of, we always stay humble. We believe the real magic happens - for us and for you - when we OPEN UP.

At Coca-Cola HBC, we are an inclusive employer that thrives on diversity. This means our environment provides equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Join us in nurturing a culture where everyone belongs and contributes to our collective success.