Industrial Excellence Leader - Lean, Digital & Performance

Thales Group

Crawley

On-site

GBP 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance
Annual bonus
Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Thales Group in Crawley, United Kingdom, seeks an Industrial Operational Excellence Manager to lead Lean, digital transformation, data analytics and performance management. You will oversee Lean Leaders, Digital Engineers and Data Analysts, delivering measurable improvements through Kaizen, Gemba Walks and data‑driven decision making.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or Manufacturing, strong Lean expertise (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S), and experience leading business transformation in

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing or related discipline.
  • Experience in complex manufacturing environments.
  • Strong Lean expertise (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S or equivalent).
  • Experience leading business transformation and digital initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Lean, Digital, Data and Performance functions across the organisation.
  • Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen, Gemba Walks and structured problem-solving.
  • Develop and deliver the digital transformation roadmap.
  • Build high-performing teams through coaching and leadership.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to improve operational performance.
  • Manage transformation projects, budgets and business cases.

Skills

Lean
Six Sigma
Kaizen
5S
Digital Transformation
Leadership
Stakeholder Management

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing degree

Job description

Thales Group in Crawley, United Kingdom, seeks an Industrial Operational Excellence Manager to lead Lean, digital transformation, data analytics and performance management. You will oversee Lean Leaders, Digital Engineers and Data Analysts, delivering measurable improvements through Kaizen, Gemba Walks and data‑driven decision making.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or Manufacturing, strong Lean expertise (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S), and experience leading business transformation in

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