George Farris
Strategy and Operational Excellence Specialist
- Role
- Operational Excellence Manager at Prologis
- Location
- Dallas, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About George Farris
At Prologis, the focus is on leveraging Lean methodologies to enhance operational…
Experience
Operational Excellence Manager
May 2025 — Present · US
Lean & Process Improvement:* Implement Lean methodologies to drive process optimization and operational efficiency across multiple departments.*Facilitate value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and other Lean tools to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.* Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives andensure alignment with business objectives. Lead kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles to cultivate a culture of ongoing process refinement.Operational Strategy & Execution:* Support senior leadership in executing operational strategies that improve keyperformance metrics, enhance customer value and drive long-term business growth. Use data analysis to uncover process inefficiencies and develop actionable insightsto improve business outcomes.* Explore the integration of new technologies, including automation and Al, to further streamline processes and increase operational agility.*Drive the progress and impact of improvement initiatives, ensuring they delivermeasurable business results.* Flexibly assume project management responsibilities as needed to ensure seamless execution of initiatives, including timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and deliverable tracking.Change Management:* Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies within the organization.* Develop and execute change management plans, including communication strategies, training, and stakeholder engagement to support successful project implementations.* Collaborate with leadership to assess the impact of changes, identify resistance points, and create actionable mitigation strategies.* Serve as a change agent, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuousimprovement across all levels of the business.
Education
The Ohio State University
B.S, Electrical Engineering
2008 — 2013
University of Pittsburgh
Master’s Degree, Industrial Engineering
2015 — 2016
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