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We are currently recruiting for a Business Process Improvement Manager for a permanent role in the Industrial Manufacturing sector.
Role Overview
This is a pivotal role in driving operational and business process excellence across multiple manufacturing sites within the business. This role is responsible for identifying, developing and implementing best practise, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all locations. This will also involve internal auditing and monitoring of adherence to newly established standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Job Description
Working across UK sites (Midlands, Yorkshire & North Wales), you will identify best practice internally, benchmark with leading principles and practices externally. Creating group-wide operational and business process standards, assisting Site Leaders in their implementation. Monitoring and reporting progress on implementation and adherence to the board of directors.
Key Responsibilities
* Best Practice Identification and Development:
* Collaborate with site managers, operational teams and stakeholders to identify existing best practices across manufacturing sites.
* Analyse processes, workflows and performance metrics to determine areas for improvement and standardisation.
* Benchmark internal practices against industry standards to ensure competitiveness.
Standardisation and Implementation:
* Develop a framework for implementing best practices across all sites in the Group.
* Create detailed documentation, guidelines, and training materials to support standardisation efforts.
* Work with site teams to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and practices.
Monitoring and Measurement:
* Establish KPIs and metrics to measure adherence to newly implemented standards.
* Conduct regular audits and site visits to assess compliance with best practices.
* Generate reports on performance, highlighting successes, areas for improvement and any deviations from standards.
Continuous Improvement:
* Facilitate workshops or forums for cross-site collaboration to share learnings and innovations.
* Encourage feedback from site teams to refine processes further.
* Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and methodologies that could enhance Group operations.
Stakeholder Engagement:
* Act as a central point of contact for best practice initiatives across the Group.
* Build strong relationships with site leadership teams to ensure alignment with Group objectives.
* Present findings, progress updates, and recommendations to senior management regularly.
Candidate Specification
* Proven experience in manufacturing operations, process improvement or a similar role within a multi-site organisation.
* Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma or DMAIC .methodologies or other continuous improvement frameworks (certifications preferred).
* Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
* Exceptional communication skills for engaging with diverse teams across multiple locations.
* Proficiency in project management tools and techniques to oversee implementation initiatives effectively.
* An eye for and a passion for detail.
* A proactive, hands-on approach to investigating issues.
* Results-driven mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
* Strong strategic thinking capabilities.
* Willingness to travel frequently between manufacturing sites as required
This is a full-time role requiring travel between manufacturing sites within the Group's geographic footprint (North Wales, Yorkshire and the Midlands).
Remuneration
£65-£75K +Company Car or Car Allowance, Pension, Life Assurance.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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