Role: Director Six Sigma
Vedanta Limited (“Vedanta”), a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Limited, is one of the world’s leading natural resources, critical minerals, energy and technology companies spanning across India, South Africa, Namibia, Liberia, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Taiwan and Japan with significant operations in Oil & Gas, Zinc, Lead, Silver, Copper, Iron Ore, Steel, Nickel, Aluminium, Power & Glass Substrate and foraying into electronics and display glass manufacturing
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.42 million ton in FY25. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its leading sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.
Employment Category: Expert/Advisory
Roles & Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Deployment
- Design and lead the enterprise-wide Six Sigma deployment strategy aligned with business goals.
- Collaborate BU heads to identify strategic improvement opportunities and prioritize projects with high ROI.
- Integrate Six Sigma with Lean, TPM, TQM, and Business Excellence frameworks.
Project Governance & Oversight
- Review and approve DMAIC/DMADV project charters, ensuring alignment with organizational KPIs.
- Monitor project progress, validate statistical rigor, and ensure adherence to Six Sigma methodology.
- Conduct tollgate reviews at each phase (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).
Advanced Statistical & Analytical Expertise
- Guide teams in using advanced statistical tools
- Support data modeling and simulation for process optimization
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) using structured tools
Mentorship & Capability Building
- Mentor and coach Green Belts and Black Belts through project execution and certification.
- Develop and deliver customized training programs on Six Sigma
- Build a pipeline of future leaders by identifying high-potential talent and grooming them through structured learning paths.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Facilitate cross-BU and cross-functional projects to eliminate silos and drive enterprise-wide improvements.
- Act as a change agent to overcome resistance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with IT, Digital, and Data Science teams to integrate digital Six Sigma (e.g., real-time dashboards, predictive analytics).
What we offer:
- Competitive Rewards: Industry-leading compensation, performance-based incentives, and long-term wealth creation opportunities
- Inclusive Work Environment: A safe, respectful, and flexible workplace that supports diverse needs and promotes well-being
- Global Exposure & Career Growth: Structured leadership development, cross-functional mobility, and clear pathways to senior roles
Location: Orrisa
Grade: Senior Management
Interested candidates can submit their interest by 10th November 2025.
