Lean Transformation Specialist – Global Sourcing

Boots; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist for its Nottingham team. This permanent role focuses on driving operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The ideal candidate will lead improvement initiatives, analyze processes to identify inefficiencies, and train employees on Lean principles. Strong communication and project management skills, along with the ability to collaborate across departments, are essential. The role includes benefits like generous discounts and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to counselling and support

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead workshops and training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across departments.
• Analyse current processes for improvement and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement process improvement projects.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Project management

Tools

Data analysis tools

Process mapping tools

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist for its Nottingham team. This permanent role focuses on driving operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The ideal candidate will lead improvement initiatives, analyze processes to identify inefficiencies, and train employees on Lean principles. Strong communication and project management skills, along with the ability to collaborate across departments, are essential. The role includes benefits like generous discounts and a retirement savings plan.