Operational Excellence Transformation Manager

Operational Excellence Transformation Manager 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension) | £45,000 - £52,000 | Onsite Are you passionate about driving business transformation, improving operational performance, and delivering measurable results? We are seeking an Operational Excellence Transformation Manager to join a high-profile, CEO-sponsored transformation programme within a leading advanced technology and manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering operational improvements and supporting a strategic objective to increase productivity across multiple business sites.

The Role Working as part of a dedicated Operational Excellence programme, you will partner with senior leaders and operational teams to analyse current performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement sustainable change initiatives. You will help shape future-state operating models while embedding lean principles and continuous improvement thinking throughout the organisation. Key Responsibilities Analyse demand, inventory, capacity and production performance to identify improvement opportunities.

Conduct process confirmations and operational reviews to validate findings and assumptions. Engage with stakeholders across all levels of the business to understand current-state operations. Facilitate workshops and improvement sessions with site leadership teams.

Present recommendations, business insights and transformation plans to senior stakeholders and executive sponsors. Develop future-state processes, operating models and operational layouts using lean methodologies. Create and drive Tactical Implementation Plans to deliver both short-term improvements and long-term transformation.

Coach and support process owners to build capability and embed continuous improvement practices. Track and communicate the impact of operational improvements on key business metrics including productivity, capacity, inventory and revenue. About You We are looking for an ambitious and results-driven transformation professional who combines strong analytical capability with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Experience & Qualifications Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience. Proven experience delivering operational excellence, business transformation, continuous improvement or change programmes. Experience within manufacturing, engineering, operations or complex business environments.

Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Skills Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word capability.

Experience analysing operational data and translating insights into actionable recommendations. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to facilitate workshops and lead cross-functional teams.

Understanding of lean principles, process improvement and operational performance metrics. Commercial awareness with an appreciation of cost, quality, reliability and operational efficiency. What's on Offer?

Competitive salary of £45,000 - £52,000 Initial 6-month contract with potential extension Opportunity to work on a CEO-sponsored strategic transformation programme Exposure to senior leadership and executive stakeholders Collaborative and innovative working environment Structured development opportunities and potential progression into future leadership roles If you're driven by delivering meaningful change, improving business performance and making a visible impact, we'd love to hear from you.