Head of Continuous Improvement

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant international team is seeking a Head of Continuous Improvement to lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The role involves implementing innovative solutions, leading a team, and fostering a culture of excellence. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and experience in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus

Holiday allowance

Pension

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in continuous improvement within manufacturing or engineering.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Championing operational excellence by implementing best practices.
• Driving and owning transformative continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

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We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly evolving world! We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

We’re searching for a top-tier professional to join our team as the Head of Continuous Improvement, who will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the Rolling Stock Customer Service business. This role focuses on identifying, developing, and executing strategies to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will make an impact by:

1. Championing operational excellence by implementing best practices and innovative solutions to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
2. Pioneering and implementing a cutting-edge continuous improvement strategy aligned with Rolling Stock Customer Service goals.
3. Leading and growing a team of continuous improvement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and breakthrough innovation.
4. Driving and owning transformative continuous improvement initiatives to successful completion.
5. Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
6. Harnessing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to revolutionize processes.
7. Collaborating creatively with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
8. Monitoring and communicating progress to senior management with insightful, impactful updates.
9. Designing and delivering forward-thinking training programs to elevate continuous improvement skills.
10. Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
11. Nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization.

You'll win us over by:

1. Holding a degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience.
2. Having significant experience in continuous improvement within manufacturing or engineering.
3. Proving success in leading change within a complex matrix organization.
4. Exhibiting expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
5. Possessing strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
6. Being able to influence at all levels and work cross-functionally.
7. Demonstrating excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
8. Having certification in Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt) is highly desirable.
9. Experience in a Rolling Stock environment is advantageous.

You'll benefit from our compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, company bonus, holiday allowance, and pension. We celebrate the fact that our employees are individuals with different wants and needs. With this in mind, we offer a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit you.

#TransformTheEveryday with us, with your #PassionForMobility. We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the everyday!