Continuous Improvement Lead

Company description:

GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.

Job description:

Do you see opportunities to improve processes others accept as the way its always done? Are you someone who brings people with you on the improvement journey? Do you want to make change that lasts, not just starts?

Here at GXO, we are currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Lead to join our team in Stafford, supporting our transport function, for our customer, Screwfix! As a Continuous Improvement Lead you will help teams across the operation to develop the capability, confidence and mindset needed to drive continuous improvement, while diving into the operational challenges using data and insight to support process improvements that delivers financial, quality and performance benefits.

This is a full time, permanent position, predominately working Monday to Friday, 08:00 till 16:00. You will be predominately working out of our site in Stafford, but travel is required to Lichfield when required.

Pay, benefits and more:

Were looking to offer a salary up to £45,000.00 per annum and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Youll have access to a company pension scheme, extensive wellbeing programmes and initiatives, and our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that youre comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme and our continued focus on internal promotions, over 60% last year!

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Supporting the rollout of the Continuous Improvement by hands-on delivery of roadmap activities and improvement projects to agreed timelines
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues who are leading Lean initiatives, giving them the tools and confidence to succeed
• Facilitating improvement projects, workshops and training sessions to improve Safety, Quality, Cost and Deliveryensuring teams are engaged, involved and empowered
• Providing robust data analysis to help Managers and Lean Specialists understand the impact of solutions and confirm measurable benefits
• Helping to build Lean capability across the network, developing a strong pipeline of Lean Champions who can drive continuous improvement long-term

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Youll be someone who brings people with youcoaching teams, inspiring confidence, and working collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels
• You have hands-on experience of building Lean or Continuous Improvement capabilities ideally within a Logistics operation and a proven track record of delivering real, sustainable change
• Youll also bring excellent communication skills, with the ability to turn complex concepts into clear, practical messages that resonate with the audience
• Lean / Continuous Improvement accreditation such as Lean Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma (or equivalent) preferred

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains

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