Continuous Improvement Manager

CONTINOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER - PERMANENT - SURREY

A reputable biopharmaceutical client of ours are looking for a passionate Continuous Improvement Manager to drive operational excellence at their manufacturing site. Reporting directly to the Site Director and as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll play a key role in shaping and implementing strategies to enhance performance across People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

What You’ll Do: Lead high-impact continuous improvement projects and coach teams for sustainable success. Analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and uncover root causes of inefficiencies. Act as an internal consultant, developing and implementing long-term CI strategies. Mentor teams and embed a culture of continuous improvement through training and development. Collaborate globally to share insights and strengthen CI initiatives across sites. What We’re Looking For: Proven track record in a similar leadership role, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry. Expertise in Lean or Six Sigma (Green Belt minimum), project management, and CI tools/methods. Exceptional leadership and people development skills with the ability to navigate change. Strategic thinker with outstanding organizational and communication skills. Self-motivated, pragmatic, and innovative with a collaborative mindset.

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