Lean Manager

Brink's; Crickhowell; Teletrabalho; GBP 80 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medicash benefits

Exclusive discounts with UK brands

Salary sacrifice pension

Life insurance (x4 annual salary)

Sickness cover after one year

Flexible working

Travel opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Brink’s is seeking a Lean Manager to drive Operational Excellence across our UK-based remote operations. You’ll sponsor cost productivity, lead Kaizen events, and build organizational capability through hands-on coaching of operational teams and leaders.

In this role you’ll partner with senior stakeholders to deliver breakthrough projects, sustain improvements, and embed standardized work and problem-solving across functions. Flexible working and international travel are available.

Qualificações

• 10+ years in operations, process improvement, and Lean leadership.
• Proven track record in operational excellence and change management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Lean certification is a plus; hands-on Lean implementation experience is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Champion cost productivity and foster a culture of Operational Excellence.
• Lead Integrated Deck Building (IDB) Workshops to identify and prioritise cost-saving initiatives.
• Execute needle-moving projects via Kaizen events using Lean tools like Value Stream Mapping and Standardized Work.
• Implement and improve systems to sustain performance and enable incremental continuous improvement.
• Provide training and mentor future Lean practitioners.
• Drive process changes through training and communication.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to achieve cost productivity targets.

Conhecimentos

Lean leadership

Operational excellence

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Lean certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lean Manager – Drive Operational Excellence at NoteMachine

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Department: Operations

Are you ready to lead transformative change and embed a culture of Operational Excellence? At NoteMachine, we’re seeking a Lean Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, eliminate waste, and enhance customer service performance. This is a high-impact role where you’ll work closely with operational teams and senior leadership across multiple countries, driving breakthrough projects and building organizational capability.

What You’ll Do

• Champion Cost Productivity: Sponsor cost productivity goals and foster a culture of Operational Excellence that creates competitive advantage.
• Identify Projects: Lead Integrated Deck Building (IDB) Workshops to identify and prioritize cost-saving initiatives aligned with country goals.
• Deliver Breakthrough Projects: Execute needle-moving projects through Kaizen events, applying Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Standardized Work.
• Enhance Operations Management Systems: Implement and improve systems to sustain performance, solve problems, and enable incremental continuous improvement.
• Build Organizational Capability: Provide training while mentoring and developing future operational and Lean practitioners.
• Champion Change Management: Drive process changes effectively through training, communication, and monitoring.
• Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with senior leadership and operational leads to achieve cost productivity targets.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years in operations, process improvement, and Lean leadership.
• Proven track record in operational excellence and change management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Lean certification is a plus; hands‑on Lean implementation experience is essential.

Why Join Us?

• Career progression in a growing, diverse company.
• Medicash benefits for dental, optical, and wellness expenses.
• Exclusive discounts with major UK brands after 12 months.
• Salary sacrifice pension for higher take-home pay.
• Life insurance (x4 annual salary) and sickness cover after one year.
• Flexible working and travel opportunities.

Ready to make a measurable impact?

Build a Career with Purpose at Brink’s

For over 165 years, Brink’s has been a trusted global leader in secure logistics and cash and valuables management solutions.

Today, we continue to evolve—powered by technology, driven by purpose, and united by values.

With a legacy built on trust and a future driven by innovation, Brink’s partners for customer success, empowering businesses across the globe to operate with confidence and peace of mind.

At Brink’s, we operate in more than 100 countries, across cultures and languages, yet we’re one team—committed to protecting what matters most.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, where every team member is empowered to grow, take ownership, and make an impact.

No matter which business area or country you are located, Brink’s offers a place to build a meaningful career.

Here, you’ll find opportunities to develop your skills, contribute to global solutions, and be part of something bigger.

We believe in doing what’s right, working together, and striving for excellence.

If you’re looking for a career that combines purpose with performance, Brink’s is the place for you.

Brink’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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