Lean Six Sigma Insights Manager

ZipRecruiter; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to continuous improvement is looking for a Lean Six Sigma Insights Manager in Coatbridge, UK. This role involves leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives, analyzing data to drive measurable business outcomes, and mentoring employees. Ideal candidates will have a Green Belt certification and a strong background in process improvement. This position offers an opportunity to influence operational excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt or Master Black Belt strongly preferred.
• 2 years of experience in process improvement or operational excellence.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Lean Six Sigma projects to improve efficiency and quality.
• Analyze complex datasets and present actionable insights to leadership.
• Mentor employees on Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

2 years of experience in process improvement

Strong analytical skills

Excellent leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Project management expertise

Job description

Overview

The Lean Six Sigma Insights Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data-driven insights, and embedding Lean Six Sigma methodologies across the organization. This role partners with business leaders to identify opportunities, streamline processes, enhance customer experience, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Lean Six Sigma projects (DMAIC, Kaizen, etc.) to improve efficiency, quality, and performance across business functions.
• Analyze complex datasets to generate actionable insights and present findings to senior leadership.
• Translate business challenges into improvement opportunities supported by Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor KPIs to track operational performance and project impact.
• Mentor, coach, and train employees on Lean Six Sigma tools, techniques, and best practices.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment between improvement initiatives and strategic business goals.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
• Maintain project documentation, ensuring transparency, governance, and compliance with standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt or Master Black Belt strongly.
• 2 years of experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or business transformation.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data visualization and reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Project management expertise with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Key Competencies

• Strategic problem-solving
• Data-driven decision-making
• Change management
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Collaboration and stakeholder influence