Role
Continuous Improvement and Project Manager
Location
Rotherham
Salary
£55,000 - £60,000
We are partnering with a leading automated distribution centre in Rotherham to recruit a Continuous Improvement and Project Manager who will play a critical role in optimising performance, delivering strategic projects, and driving efficiency across a fast‑paced, technology‑led operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong warehouse systems knowledge, particularly within Manhattan WMS, who thrives in a complex, automated supply chain environment.
The Role
Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will lead site‑wide improvement initiatives and manage key operational projects that enhance productivity, service, and cost performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading continuous improvement programmes across warehouse operations
- Identifying and eliminating process inefficiencies using Lean methodologies
- Managing end‑to‑end operational projects from concept through implementation
- Driving performance improvements across automation systems and workflows
- Acting as the site subject matter expert for Manhattan WMS
- Working cross‑functionally with operations, IT, engineering and third‑party providers
- Analyzing data to identify trends, root causes and improvement opportunities
- Supporting change management and embedding best practice across the site
- Delivering measurable gains in productivity, accuracy and customer service
Qualifications
- Proven experience at a Continuous Improvement and Project manager level
- Background within an automated logistics distribution and supply chain environment
- Strong knowledge of Manhattan Warehouse Management Systems
- Experience implementing Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑moving environment
- Confidence influencing at all levels of the business
Desirable
- Lean Six Sigma qualification
- Prince2 / PMP or equivalent project qualification
- Exposure to warehouse automation technologies such as conveyors, ASRS, sortation or robotics
We are looking for a hands‑on improvement leader who can combine operational understanding with technical capability.
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