Job Title: Manager, Strategy & Business Excellence
We are seeking a highly skilled Manager, Strategy & Business Excellence to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract or secondment.
Main Responsibilities:
Technical Focus:
* Contribute to the execution of the supply efficiency strategy, optimising operational processes.
* Lead initiatives to drive continuous improvement across multiple business functions.
* Manage the implementation of digital systems, ensuring their effective integration.
* Standardise processes to ensure consistency and adherence to best practices.
* Apply problem-solving techniques to resolve operational issues.
* Oversee value stream management efforts to streamline workflows.
* Assist in the development and certification of Six Sigma initiatives.
* Track and manage performance metrics to guide business success.
Management Focus:
* Aid in the development and tracking of site-level strategy and reporting mechanisms.
* Assist with the coordination and management of the Project Management Office (PMO) activities and the project portfolio.
* Manage internal communication strategies to ensure seamless information flow within the site.
* Drive the Meeting Excellence programme to optimise meeting effectiveness across teams.
* Participate in maturity assessments and ensure the implementation of improvement actions based on findings.
* Champion strategic improvement projects, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
* Provide mentoring and coaching to team members and leaders to enhance performance standards.
* Support governance processes to maintain smooth day-to-day business operations.
* Oversee the capture and application of lessons learned in project management.
People Focus:
* Support the execution of the people and culture strategy.
* Facilitate recognition programmes and initiatives to boost employee engagement.
* Coordinate learning and development programmes, both regulatory and developmental.
* Assist with onboarding new employees to ensure smooth integration into the company.
Experience & Qualifications Required:
* A Bachelor's degree in business, science, engineering, or a related field.
* Strong decision-making, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.