Continuous Improvement & Projects Manager - #2099998

Gleeson is proud to partner with leading distributor across the UK, in the search for a Continuous Improvement & Project Manager to drive operational excellence across their supply chain network.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead business-critical improvement initiatives across warehousing, logistics, inventory, and distribution operations. Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will deliver projects that enhance efficiency, optimise processes, improve service levels, and support the continued growth of a fast-paced distribution business.

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £55,000 + Benefits

• Lead supply chain and operational improvement projects from concept through to implementation and review.
• Establish clear project scopes, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across warehousing, logistics, inventory management, and distribution functions.
• Map current processes, identify inefficiencies, and design future-state solutions.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and DMAIC methodologies to solve operational challenges and deliver measurable improvements.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, and IT teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project and supply chain risks, including operational disruptions, capacity constraints, and inventory challenges.
• Monitor project performance against agreed KPIs, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Present progress updates, recommendations, and project outcomes to senior leadership teams.
• Support the implementation of supply chain innovations, technologies, and best practices.
• Develop and execute change management plans that drive stakeholder engagement and sustainable adoption of new processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational standards, and relevant supply chain regulations.

• Proven experience in a Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Project Management, or Supply Chain Improvement role.
• Strong knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies including Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and DMAIC.
• Experience with process mapping, root cause analysis, and workflow optimisation.
• Proven stakeholder management skills with experience influencing teams across multiple business functions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment.

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