Operations Excellence Manager - Lean Six Sigma

Michael Page

Cheltenham

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Company car
Private healthcare coverage
Company pension scheme

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Operations Excellence Manager - Lean Six Sigma to drive operational improvements within the Procurement & Supply Chain function in Cheltenham. You will lead initiatives to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance KPI performance.

The role requires strong procurement and manufacturing experience, data analysis, and leadership to mentor teams and report progress to senior stakeholders. Attractive package includes company car, private healthcare, and pension.

Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in procurement and supply chain within industrial/manufacturing sectors.
  • Proven ability to identify and implement operational efficiencies.
  • Experience in data analysis and monitoring performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes.
  • Monitor and analyse key performance indicators to ensure targets are met.
  • Develop and execute strategies for cost optimisation within operations.
  • Oversee and improve procurement practices to support business objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
  • Lead and mentor team members to achieve operational goals.
  • Report on progress and outcomes to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement
Supply chain
Lean six sigma
Data analysis
Leadership
Stakeholder management

Job description

As a Operations Excellence Manager - Lean six sigma in the Procurement & Supply Chain department, you'll play a key role in streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency within the industrial/manufacturing sector. Based in Cheltenham, you'll focus on driving effective operations to ensure smooth and effective processes.

Client Details

This company operates within the industrial and manufacturing sector and is based in Cheltenham.

Description

The Operations Excellence Manager - Lean six sigma will be responsible for:

  • Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes.
  • Monitor and analyse key performance indicators to ensure targets are met.
  • Develop and execute strategies for cost optimisation within operations.
  • Oversee and improve procurement practices to support business objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
  • Lead and mentor team members to achieve operational goals.
  • Report on progress and outcomes to senior stakeholders.
Profile

A successful Operations Excellence Manager - Lean six sigma should have:

  • Strong expertise in procurement and supply chain management within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
  • Proven ability to identify and implement operational efficiencies.
  • Experience in data analysis and monitoring performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team mentoring skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Job Offer

Salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000, dependent on the level of experience.

  • Company car.
  • Private healthcare coverage.
  • Company pension scheme.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

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