Continuous Improvement Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Doncaster, South Yorkshire |
| Area | Yorkshire, UK |
| Sector | Consumer & FMCG |
| Salary | GBP55000 - GBP60000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH34860_1764667524 |
- Description
Continuous Improvement Manager | CI & Innovation | £60k | Doncaster
Zachary Daniels are partnering with a high growth retailer with the appointment of a Senior Operations Manager focussing on Continuous Improvement across the National Supply Chain network. The role will require regular travel across the UK.
About the Role
Are you a bold, analytical leader with a passion for innovation and operational excellence?
We're seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to help transform a fast-growing, high-performing network.
This is a newly created leadership role, driving supply chain evolution through smart process design, automation, and data-led innovation - boosting service, reducing cost, and enabling scale.
What You'll Do
- Create and deliver a continuous improvement roadmap that raises the bar for performance and innovation.
- Lead automation, mechanisation, and digital optimisation projects that transform speed, cost, and quality.
- Partner cross-functionally with procurement, logistics, IT, and operations to unlock scalable, sustainable solutions.
- Define and track KPIs; turn data into actionable insights for senior leadership.
- Build resilience and agility into the network - ready to flex with seasonal and growth demands.
- Conduct deep-dive performance analysis to uncover bottlenecks and drive rapid improvement.
- Champion a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture, embedding best practice across sites.
- Use network modelling and scenario planning to inform strategic direction and investment.
About You
- Sound experience in supply chain leadership within FMCG, retail, or omnichannel.
- Proven record in network optimisation, operational execution, and measurable performance improvement.
- Commercially sharp, with hands-on experience managing budgets or P&L.
- Expert in Excel and data analysis; comfortable using planning tools such as Supply Chain Guru or SAP IBP.
- Collaborative, curious, and driven - thrives on solving complex challenges with pace and precision.
Why Join
- Competitive salary package
- Strong culture of innovation and ownership
- Opportunity to shape the future of a growing, fast-moving supply chain
- Discounts and cycle-to-work scheme
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