Head of Operational Excellence

5 months ago


Tamworth, United Kingdom DB Schenker Full time

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 72,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? We're searching for a Head of Operational Excellence to develop & lead our strategy in the UK & Ireland Contract Logistics business. Can you envision yourself driving sustainable procedures and expanding our initiatives? This is your chance to make an impact and deliver results in a growing marketplace.

You will be a CI Specialist, with a Black Belt or Master Black Belt, and the ability to work strategically as well as take a hands-on approach, working closely with the Operations Team.

**Salary**: competitive + car allowance + bonus + benefits

Location: Flexible, with the ability to travel to sites across the UK and Ireland

**What will you be doing?**
- Develop and execute an Operational Excellence plan with a clear Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy
- Utilise LEAN Thinking, Six Sigma methodologies, and Value Stream Mapping aligned with the DB Schenker XSite program.
- Foster a culture of Right First Time/Lean principles through coaching and training at site level. Collaborate with contract and operational managers to implement process improvements. Implement training and development programs for CI project management.
- Coordinate CI activities to achieve broader business benefits and establish a centralised focus.
- Proactively identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities to meet target savings.
- Design and support implementation projects involving process improvement.
- Collaborate with the Solutions team on new business and innovation initiatives.
- Maintain strong customer relationships and analyse data patterns to provide insights to stakeholders.

**About You**
- Extensive CI management experience
- Core CI skills and experience (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Green / Black Belt)
- A proven record of delivering significant, sustained business performance improvements
- Great stakeholder and change management skills
- Effective people management and influencing skills
- Data analysis skills
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office platforms including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project
- Recognised Industry Standard, Black Belt or Master Black Belt

**What We Offer**
- Car Allowance
- Bonus up to 20%
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays + day off for your birthday
- Pension scheme with up to 6% matched employer contributions
- Private Healthcare
- Career paths and development opportunities

**Next Steps**

We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome all applicants, regardless of gender, age, disability, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation.



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