Continuous Improvement Manager

Beiersdorf; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Beiersdorf is seeking a Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and performance across the supply chain. This role will involve managing improvement projects, facilitating workshops, and collaborating cross-functionally. Candidates should have extensive supply chain experience, strong project management skills, and advanced proficiency in presentation tools. Beiersdorf offers a competitive salary alongside an annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Defined contribution Pension

Private medical & dental insurance

25 days holiday (buy & sell holiday)

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• In-depth experience in supply chain or continuous improvement roles.
• Proven track record in managing cross-functional projects.
• Advanced skills in data analysis and presentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead supply chain improvement projects.
• Facilitate continuous improvement workshops and Lean Six Sigma activities.
• Create high-impact presentations and communicate project outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Time Management

Data Analysis

Education

Certification in Lean or Six Sigma

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team. This role will be instrumental in identifying efficiency, performance, and value across the supply chain by leading and supporting initiatives that enhance processes, systems, and overall operations.

Your Tasks

• Identify, develop, and lead supply chain improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality.
• Use project management tools to deliver improvement initiatives on time and within scope.
• Create high-impact presentations and reports to communicate project status, outcomes, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, finance, operations, logistics, and other departments to identify and align improvement efforts.
• Steer and coordinate project teams to deliver projects on time.
• Facilitate continuous improvement workshops, process mapping, and Lean Six Sigma activities.
• Support and steer the implementation of activities related to the S&OP process review and global S&OP pilot project.
• Integrate sustainability review and coordination for supply chain to enable teams to steer actions and share the status of initiatives.
• Facilitate communication and marketing of supply chain via teams channels and yammer/viva engage.

Your Profile

• In depth experience in supply chain or continuous improvement roles.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering cross-functional projects.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and other tools for presentation and data analysis.
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.

Advantageous

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or PMP.
• Experience with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
• Knowledge or experience in supply chain sustainability practices or initiatives.
• Experience working in manufacturing, FMCG, or similar industries

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin and Elastoplast.

Additional Information

At Beiersdorf, we see you as a person – far beyond your title or role. Our goal is to provide the flexibility and support you need for your professional and personal success through our work environment. That is why we have a lot to offer!

We offer a competitive salary along with an annual bonus (subject to conditions). Other benefits include:- Defined contribution Pension, Private medical & dental insurance, 25 days holiday (buy & sell holiday), discounts on products.

We embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation & gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins.