Operations Transformation Manager - Fixed Term Contract till March 2026

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Operations Transformation Manager, where you'll lead innovative automation projects to enhance operational efficiency. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to ensure seamless implementation of automation initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. If you're passionate about transforming operations and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact on the future of the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in operations management and supply chain leadership.
• Experience leading complex automation programs in fast-scaling organisations.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation initiatives ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver automation initiatives.

Skills

Operations Management

Supply Chain Leadership

Automation Projects

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2)

Job description

Operations Transformation Manager - Fixed Term Contract till March 2026, Warrington

Client: Gousto

Location: Warrington, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ff2810a825cf

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Location: Warrington

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Site Based - with sporadic remote working where required as well as travel to other sites.

As the Operations Transformation Manager within our UNBOX Tribe, you'll lead end-to-end projects that drive automation, scalability, and efficiency across Gousto Operations. You’ll bring exceptional organisational and stakeholder management skills to orchestrate seamless workflows and deliver continuous improvement—ensuring every customer enjoys an unrivalled unboxing experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage automation initiatives using the capital expenditure (CapEx) stage gate process, ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery aligned with operational needs.
• Lead and support GAF programmes end-to-end, reducing risk and ensuring seamless delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Technology, Continuous Improvement, Health & Safety, Operations, and Unbox teams to ensure automation initiatives are designed and delivered with operational feasibility, safety, and cost-efficiency in mind.
• Utilise deep understanding of factory and supply chain processes to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, and integrated into business-as-usual operations.
• Maintain visibility through site visits, trials, and implementation activities, engaging directly with front-line teams for real-world validation.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying operational challenges, surfacing risks early, and embedding learnings for sustainable transformation programs.

Who You Are

• Strong expertise in operations management, supply chain leadership, and automation projects.
• Experience leading complex automation programs or tech initiatives, especially in fast-scaling organisations.
• Knowledge of change management frameworks for structured, risk-mitigated project execution.
• Excellent stakeholder management, strategic thinking, organisation, and delivery skills.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving operational requirements.
• Knowledge of automation, digital transformation, and supply chain processes.

Qualifications

Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is beneficial.

Additional Information

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Equal Opportunities

We aim to become the UK's most loved way to eat dinner! We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity at all levels. If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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