Continuous Improvement Specialist II

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, and France. With our proven track record of success, we are excited to expand our operations to Germany. As a startup operation in this new market, we offer a unique opportunity for innovative and driven individuals to make a significant impact. Join us at the forefront of establishing the PSA brand in Europe and enjoy the benefits of working in a startup environment backed by the stability and resources of a successful US business. Collectors ist führender Entwickler innovativer Technologien und bietet Sammlern weltweit Dienstleistungen mit zusätzlichen Nutzen. Wir bewerten, authentifizieren, lagern und verkaufen Millionen von Sammlerstücken, die Rekorde brechen. Dabei modernisieren und digitalisieren wir unsere Prozesse kontinuierlich, um Sammler bei der Ausübung ihrer Leidenschaften zu unterstützen. Wir sind stets auf der Suche nach talentierten Mitarbeitern für unser wachsendes Team. Unser Angebot umfasst Sammelkarten, Autogramme, Comics, Münzen, Videospiele, Veranstaltungstickets und Erinnerungsstücke. Zu unseren Tochtergesellschaften gehören PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC und Card Ladder. Seit unserer Gründung im Jahr 1986 haben wir Millionen von Artikeln bewertet und authentifiziert. Wir beschäftigen mehr als 3000 Mitarbeiter in unserem Hauptsitz in Santa Ana, Kalifornien, und in unseren Büros in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Kanada, Mexiko, Deutschland und Frankreich. Aufgrund unserer nachweislichen Erfolgsbilanz freuen wir uns, unsere Geschäftstätigkeit auf Deutschland auszuweiten. Als junges Unternehmen in diesem neuen Markt bieten wir innovativen und engagierten Menschen die einzigartige Chance, einen entscheidenden Beitrag zu leisten. Werde Teil unseres Teams und gestalte die Zukunft der Marke PSA in Europa mit. Profitiere von den Vorteilen eines dynamischen Startup-Umfelds mit der Stabilität und den Ressourcen eines erfolgreichen US-Unternehmens. We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive operational excellence culture by leading improvement efforts that strengthen how the organization operates. Building on established continuous improvement skills, you will independently manage moderate scope initiatives, analyze process and performance data, and recommend practical solutions that improve efficiency, quality, cost effectiveness, and risk control. You will apply professional judgment within established guidelines and play an active role in improving and sustaining enterprise processes and performance standards. Onsite Requirement: This role requires you to be onsite in the Frankfurt office 5 days per week. What You’ll Do: Continuous Improvement & Business Operations Lead analysis of end-to-end business processes using Value Stream Mapping (VSM), DMAIC, and related methodologies to identify inefficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities across functions. Independently execute assigned continuous improvement initiatives, determining appropriate analytical methods, adapting standard approaches as needed, and recommending sustainable, data-driven solutions. Plan and facilitate structured improvement events (e.g., Kaizen workshops), including defining scope, coordinating cross-functional participation, and documenting outcomes and controls to improve safety, quality, service, cost and people engagement. Develop, refine, and maintain standard work, SOPs, and process documentation to support consistent operating practices, compliance, and performance improvement. Data Analysis & Decision Support Define and refine KPIs and performance measurement frameworks; analyze operational and financial data to evaluate trends, improvement results, capacity, and productivity. Prepare dashboards, analyses, business cases, and ROI estimates that support leadership decision-making and prioritization. Perform workflow, time-based, and process analyses to inform optimization recommendations and support planning activities. Advisory, Judgment & Planning Provide professional, consultative guidance to managers on process design, improvement strategies, and operational controls. Exercise judgment within established policies and procedures to prioritize improvement opportunities, interpret results, and recommend courses of action aligned with organizational goals. Support planning, tracking, and reporting of improvement initiatives, including timelines, resource needs, and budget inputs for assigned work. Collaboration & Communication Build productive working relationships with operational teams, support functions, and external vendors to resolve issues and implement improvement solutions. Communicate complex analytical findings clearly and concisely to non-technical audiences, including leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. Contribute to capability building by supporting training materials, best-practice documentation, and knowledge sharing related to continuous improvement methodologies. Who You Are: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience. Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience, or an advanced degree with limited professional experience. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred; required within a defined period if not already obtained. Applies developing professional expertise in continuous improvement, analytics, and business operations to resolve a variety of operational issues. Exercises discretion and independent judgment within defined procedures to address problems of moderate scope and recommend improvements. Works with minimal day-to-day supervision; receives general direction on new or complex assignments, with work reviewed for quality, effectiveness, and alignment with objectives. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to moderately complex business operations. Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau). Ability to exercise professional judgment and provide standard advisory recommendations within established frameworks. Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing analyses, reports, and presentations. Salary Range: The salary range for this position is €59,300.22 - €78,424.54. Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details. Diversity Statement: Collectors Universe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation (m/w/d). Diversity und Chancengleichheit: Collectors Universe ist ein Arbeitgeber der Chancengleichheit. 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