Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Hunter Douglas Retail UK Limited; Netherfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company based in the UK is seeking two Continuous Improvement Coordinators to support their supply chain transformation. This role involves identifying process inefficiencies, analyzing operational data, and assisting in Lean tools rollout. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a degree in Engineering or Supply Chain, and strong analytical skills. Join a dynamic team that values contributions and offers career growth.

Qualifications

• Recently completed degree in a relevant field.
• Understanding of supply chain operations and Lean principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of CI initiatives.
• Identify process bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Maintain and update KPI dashboards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about driving efficiency and making meaningful change? We’re looking for two proactive and analytical Continuous Improvement Coordinators to support our supply chain transformation journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent Graduate, who is early in their career, to make a real impact across planning, logistics, inventory, and fulfilment functions.

This role will work across our Nottingham sites, with travel to our Coventry and Washington Tyne and Wear sites on occasion.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives across supply chain operations.
• Identify process bottlenecks and inefficiencies within planning, logistics, inventory, and fulfilment.
• Collect and analyse operational data to support performance reviews and improvement projects.
• Maintain and update KPI dashboards and reports to monitor progress against CI objectives.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and CI sessions to foster engagement and knowledge sharing.
• Assist in the rollout of Lean tools and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Document and follow up on action plans to ensure timely completion of improvement activities.
• Help develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions to sustain process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support digital transformation and automation initiatives.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to CI leaders, including presentations and reporting.

About you

• A recently completed degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Understanding of supply chain operations and Lean/process improvement principles.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with a proactive problem‑solving mindset.
• Clear and professional communicator, able to engage stakeholders across departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Packages.
• Experience with Power BI, and ERP systems is advantageous but not essential.
• Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn and support others.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a dynamic team driving meaningful change across our supply chain. Your ideas and contributions will be valued, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career.

We understand there’s no one‑size‑fits‑all approach. We’re proud to offer an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to be their true self. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.