Cont. Improvement Manager - Distribution

SF Recruitment are working with a leading distribution business in Coventry to recruit a Continuous improvement manager. A newly created role, tasked with fostering a CI & lean culture across the organisations warehousing & distribution network.

Role Overview

Seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead strategic transformation projects across the warehousing and distribution network. This high-impact role is perfect for a hands-on problem solver who excels at rethinking processes, driving operational excellence, and inspiring teams to adopt smarter ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional improvement initiatives aligned with business priorities to improve service, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Use data analysis to identify operational inefficiencies and deliver measurable improvements.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to optimize warehouse and logistics operations.
• Partner closely with warehouse leaders, planners, and tech teams to embed improved processes and practices.
• Support the introduction of new tools and systems to enhance inventory management and decision-making.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate the impact of improvement initiatives and ensure long-term success.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by delivering training, workshops, and coaching across teams.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Process Improvement role within warehousing, logistics, Supply Chain.
• Solid understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies (certification is a plus).
• Strong data literacy and familiarity with systems used to inform operational decisions.
• Effective stakeholder management, facilitation, and change leadership skills.
• A results-oriented mindset with a drive to challenge existing processes and deliver value.
• Excellent project management skills and a collaborative, proactive approach to implementation.