Continuous Improvement Project Lead

1 week ago

Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom Gousto Full time

Gousto Warrington, England, United Kingdom

Company Description
Here at Gousto, we are on a mission to become the UK's most loved way to eat dinner, and for every meal to leave the planet better off. Gousto is changing how people shop, cook and eat food at home. It's an incredibly exciting time to join our team - and we're a friendly bunch

We're proud to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK. Powered by data and a love of food, we're a recipe box company that's disrupting the sector, and we're passionate about our diverse team and our customers.

All of our people are responsible for the success of Gousto, and we're passionate about creating an inclusive environment for all to thrive. Our guiding values - Dream, Deliver and Care - show our commitment to innovation, our ambition to hit goals at speed, and our deep respect for the people we work with.

Job Description
Join our passionate and collaborative Continuous Improvement Team as a Project Lead for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will drive meaningful change in our Gousto factories. Reporting to Luke Williams, the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to embed sustainable improvements that enhance our operational performance. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact while working in a highly cooperative and dynamic environment.

Our team is dedicated to fostering innovation and teamwork, identifying key opportunities, and implementing solutions that benefit both our people and processes. As a Project Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficiency, enhancing colleague engagement, and strengthening our continuous improvement culture.

Please note this role requires 4 days of presence in the Warrington office and 1 day of working from home.

Core Responsibilities

  • Work with cross-functional teams to lead site-based improvement projects, aligning with business goals
  • Collaborate closely with the Operations team to understand challenges and implement effective solutions
  • Assess processes and systems to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, and performance, reduce costs, and improve colleague experience
  • Utilise data analysis to gain insights into root causes, highlight opportunities, and measure success
  • Engage with colleagues at all levels, fostering a supportive environment for implementing improvements
  • Ensure continuous improvement principles are embedded into day-to-day operations.
  • Communicate clearly and regularly with stakeholders, providing updates and escalating where necessary
  • Promote an inclusive and supportive approach to change management, ensuring solutions are people-centric and effective
  • Foster a culture of shared learning, encouraging curiosity and personal development within the team
  • Ensure all initiatives align with Gousto's sustainability and people-focused values.

Who You Are

  • Passionate about fostering positive change, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Skilled at analysing data, identifying patterns, and making informed decisions
  • Demonstrated an ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver effectively
  • A strong communicator who can translate technical insights into clear action
  • Empathetic and supportive, ensuring people are at the heart of change initiatives
  • A problem-solver with a constructive and open mindset
  • Adaptable, embracing opportunities for learning and growth in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in leading projects in an operational or manufacturing environment
  • Has knowledge/experience of continuous improvement methodologies and best practices.

Additional Information
Gousto is for everyone:
Whether it's creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams, we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business, we lead with inclusivity and strive for equality in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself.

Everyone is welcome, and we're looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Excited but wondering if you tick every box? We recommend applying anyway so that we can review your profile. And, if you're in a job share, why not just apply as a pair?

For our roles outside of Operations, most of our people spend 1 or 2 days in our offices every week, combining the benefits of flexibility and time together with colleagues. We want to enable you to do your best work, and if you require additional flexibility, please talk to us about it.

If you have a disability that you're worried will affect you during the interview process, please let us know, and we will do our best to help you feel comfortable.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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