Operational Excellence Lead - Lean Process Improvement

GXO Logistics, Inc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Pension plan

GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

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Cycle to work

Cashback cards

Savings scheme

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager for its M&S site in Peterborough. The role focuses on identifying opportunities to optimise workflows across warehousing, logistics and fulfilment, delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, service and cost efficiency.

The position is full-time, onsite, with standard shifts and a competitive salary. You will lead initiatives, engage stakeholders, and drive a culture of continuous improvement, using data and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in continuous improvement, industrial engineering, operational excellence, or process optimisation within logistics, supply chain, fulfilment, manufacturing, or a similar operational environment
• Lean methodologies, process mapping, workflow design, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and waste elimination techniques
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder management at all levels of the organisation
• Experience improving labour utilisation, productivity, capacity, and workflow efficiency; Lean Six Sigma advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects from initiation to successful implementation with measurable benefits
• Analyse and map end-to-end operational processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity, workflow efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effectiveness
• Use performance data to identify trends, measure success, and present recommendations to stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to gain buy-in and ensure improvements are safe and sustainable

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager for its M&S site in Peterborough. The role focuses on identifying opportunities to optimise workflows across warehousing, logistics and fulfilment, delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, service and cost efficiency.

The position is full-time, onsite, with standard shifts and a competitive salary. You will lead initiatives, engage stakeholders, and drive a culture of continuous improvement, using data and