Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager

SIEMENS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

26 days annual leave

BUPA Private Medical

Bonus & Share Save Scheme

On-site gym access

2 paid volunteering days

Job summary

SIEMENS in Oxford is hiring a Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager to lead Lean initiatives across manufacturing operations, enhancing productivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Engineering or related fields, significant experience in manufacturing environments, and is recognized for successful Lean transformation leadership.

What’s on offer includes a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and additional benefits like private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or operations environments.
• Successful in leading Lean transformation programmes.
• Facilitating workshops and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Define Lean strategy aligned to goals.
• Lead cross-functional programmes to enhance productivity.
• Champion Lean methodologies while coaching teams.

Skills

Lean transformation leadership

Cross-functional team leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Education

Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Digital tools

Job description

Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

We are looking for a Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager who thrives on driving meaningful change and delivering measurable results. This is a pivotal leadership role within our Supply Chain Management (SCM) organisation, where you will shape and lead the Lean agenda across manufacturing operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Defining and deploying Lean strategy aligned to organisational goals, translating business priorities into impactful continuous improvement initiatives
• Leading cross-functional programmes to enhance productivity, capacity, efficiency, and resilience
• Analysing performance metrics (cycle time, throughput, OEE, lead times) to identify and remove bottlenecks across operations
• Championing Lean methodologies such as standard work, SMED, and value stream mapping, while coaching teams and leaders to embed Lean thinking
• Recruiting, developing, and inspiring a high‑performing team, creating an inclusive and collaborative environment
• Partnering with global and local stakeholders to ensure alignment to supply chain policies, regulations, and best practices
• Leveraging data analytics and digital tools to drive informed decision‑making and improve operational performance
• Advancing digitalisation within SCM, building capability in system architecture and aligning with global initiatives
• Promoting a culture of innovation, encouraging new ideas, technologies, and ways of working
• Building strong stakeholder relationships and enabling clear, effective communication across the business

What skills and experience you’ll bring

Essential:

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related discipline
• Significant experience in manufacturing or operations environments
• Demonstrated success in leading Lean transformation or continuous improvement programmes
• Experience facilitating workshops and leading cross‑functional teams
• Strong prioritisation and decision‑making skills in dynamic operational environments

Desirable:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI)
• Background in regulated manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing technologies

Key strengths

• Expertise in Lean manufacturing and process optimisation
• Strong analytical capability with experience in data, SAP, or digital tools
• Influencing and stakeholder management skills
• Coaching and leadership capability that brings out the best in others
• A curious, resilient, and collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

What’s on offer

• Competitive base salary
• 26 days annual leave with the option to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5
• Up to 10% matched pension contributions
• BUPA Private Medical
• Bonus & Share Save Scheme
• Free to use on‑site gym
• 2 paid volunteering days a year

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