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Job Description
Our client is a leading manufacturing organisation with ambitious growth plans and a strong commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement and people development.
They are seeking an experienced Head of Lean Business Systems / Operational Excellence Leader to drive a structured improvement framework across a key business. This is a highly visible leadership role, partnering with senior stakeholders to embed continuous improvement, strengthen operational performance and drive sustainable change.
The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, leading transformation through Lean methodologies, Kaizen activity, leadership coaching, process optimisation, governance and data-driven decision-making. You will be responsible for delivering measurable improvements in performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability whilst embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
Experience Required
We are keen to speak with Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Lean, Business Systems, Transformation or Manufacturing Excellence professionals who have a proven track record of delivering measurable improvements within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or supply chain environments.
You will bring experience leading cross-functional change, facilitating improvement workshops, coaching senior stakeholders, developing capability and driving performance through structured governance and data-led decision-making. Experience deploying Lean, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Business Systems or similar methodologies across site-wide or multi-site environments would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer?
A competitive salary and benefits package, genuine long-term career development opportunities and the chance to play a key role within the Site Leadership Team, shaping the performance, culture and continuous improvement journey of a successful manufacturing business.
Interested?
If you are passionate about operational excellence, business transformation and helping people unlock their full potential, we would welcome your application.
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Job Description
Lean Portfolio Director
London | Hybrid
£135 + £25k Bonus, £15% Pension, Equity, Full Family Health +
This is a Director grade influencing, engaging and a hands-on role to stand up and embed Lean Portfolio Managem ent leading the lean portfolio across the firm's enterprise technology platforms, part of the Chief Operating Office as the function matures from traditional project portfolio management towards lean, value-stream funding, this is a rare mandate to shape the operating model rather than administer.
Build and mature Lean Portfolio Management across Platforms, shift investment from projects to value streams, simplify governance, influence Directors and Platform Owners, and shape operating models?
Candidates without LPM are not being considered.
ROLE & REQUIREMENTS
- Translate enterprise and Platforms strategy into a clearly funded portfolio of value streams and epics.Move the organisation from project-based budgets towards value-stream funding and lean budgets within agreed guardrails
- Establish lightweight, outcome-led governance, measuring by flow and OKRs rather than stage gates.
- Own portfolio-level investment planning, prioritisation, benefits realisation and executive reporting
- Coach senior leaders and platform owners through the shift, and lead a small portfolio team.Proven experience leading Lean Portfolio M anagement at enterprise scale, including moving an organisation from project funding to value-stream funding.
- Strong command of lean budgets, portfolio kanban, cost of delay and WSJF, and governance by flow metrics and OKRs.
- Experience in a large, regulated financial services environment, comfortable with risk, audit and the capitalisation of change spend.
- Fluency in a platform and product operating model, and the credibility to influence executive and board level stakeholders.A track record of maturing an operating model, not just administering one.
Desirable: SAFe credentials (LPM or SPC).
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Job Description
Operations | Salary up to £60,000 + 10% Bonus
Our client is a market-leading international manufacturer of specialist testing and measurement solutions used in safety-critical industries. Operating across the UK and North America, the business is part of a growing private equity-backed group with an excellent reputation for innovation, engineering excellence and global customer support.
Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, the Category Manager will take ownership of category strategy, supplier performance, sourcing and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities across a diverse portfolio including electronics, PCBAs, plastics, metals, mechanical assemblies, packaging, power supplies, batteries and raw materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned to business growth objectives.
- Lead supplier sourcing, tenders, negotiations, and commercial agreements.
- Drive supplier performance improvements across cost, quality, delivery and innovation.
- Support NPI projects, ensuring supplier readiness, tooling, capacity, and production ramp-up.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through robust sourcing and continuity strategies.
- Deliver cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.
- Manage supplier relationships and performance reviews with key strategic partners.
About You
- Proven Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong commercial, negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Experience managing technical categories such as electronics, mechanical assemblies, plastics, metals or engineered components.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations and quality teams.
- Analytical and strategic mindset with a focus on delivering long-term value.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international business where you can make a significant impact on supply chain performance, supplier development, and future product success.
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Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop a lean innovation and cost-efficiency management system for the sorting center in line with the company’s strategic goals.
- Implement exception recovery standards to effectively reduce customer complaints.
- Oversee cost budgeting and drive cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives within assigned business lines.
- Promote on-site sorting improvements using lean tools to enhance operational efficiency and control costs.
- Organize lean knowledge training, develop teaching materials, and promote the application of lean methodologies.
- Ensure standardization and compliance with safety regulations in sorting operations.
Job Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience in logistics or manufacturing, including 3+ years in lean management or process optimization.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Proficient in lean management methodologies with practical experience in data analysis and continuous improvement.
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Job Description
**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
**Role Purpose**
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a **Senior Lean/Practical Process Improvement Manager** to join the Corporate PPI Team, reporting to the Director, Corporate PPI. This role will help accelerate the next phase of Practical Process Improvement, our continuous improvement system, across our global operations network.
The Corporate PPI Team is expanding its focus from Delivery to embedding the widespread practical mastery of the PPI Business System, to support customer allegiance, quality, efficiency and sustainable productivity.
This role will focus on two core deliverables:
**Lean Diagnostics / Automation Assessment**
Develop and deploy a practical, Lean-focused assessment to support Digital Operations and Automation. The assessment will help identify and remove barriers, accelerate automation readiness, and support the journey toward smart factories.
**Leakage Reduction Playbook**
Develop and deploy a structured playbook to address the underlying defects, delays and disconnects that surface as financial leakage. The playbook will help reduce waste, improve net productivity and strengthen sustainable business performance.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Partner with the Corporate PPI Team to design, develop and deploy the Lean Diagnostics / Automation Assessment. Explore ways to utilise AI to simplify, reduce workload and speed up the process.
+ Support/lead site-based assessments, including cost assessments, value stream mapping, SME interviews, Lean mapping, deep dives, IT and systems mapping, Lean / digital / automation heatmaps, prioritisation, ROI review, business case development and site roadmap creation. Depending on the capability of the site, additional support may be required to help jumpstart execution.
+ Partner with the Corporate PPI Team to develop a practical, step-by-step Leakage Reduction Playbook covering cost diagnostics, good-cost versus bad-cost assessment, savings opportunity identification, prioritisation, implementation tracking and governance. Explore ways to utilise AI to simplify, reduce workload and speed up the process.
+ Partner across site, finance, operations, procurement and functional leadership teams to pilot, refine and deploy the playbook across selected teams and sites.
+ During the pilots record and manage the pipeline of cost-reduction and waste-elimination opportunities, quantifying financial impact and defining clear owners, timelines and governance routines.
+ Post pilot - work with team to create clear templates, training materials and adoption support to enable consistent deployment and long-term use
+ With support from the team embed the playbook into the PPI Business System, establishing standard routines and handover processes.
**Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree plus at least 8 years of experience in Lean transformation, operational excellence, manufacturing leadership or continuous improvement across multi-site operations. Preferred fields of study include Engineering, Operations, Business, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
+ Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.
+ Robust financial acumen.
+ Strong hands-on experience leading transformational Lean improvements in industrial, manufacturing or operations environments.
+ Demonstrated ability to use data to map operational performance, identify constraints and bottlenecks, and translate findings into practical improvement roadmaps aligned with automation solutions.
+ Credibility and influencing skills with senior operational leaders, site leadership teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
+ Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global organisation across businesses, functions and geographies.
+ Excellent facilitation, communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI, Excel and other analytics or business intelligence tools preferred.
+ Experience using enterprise-grade AI to unlock opportunities, improve decision-making and remove waste.
+ Travel may be required up to 50%
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
**Role Purpose**
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a **Senior Lean/Practical Process Improvement Manager** to join the Corporate PPI Team, reporting to the Director, Corporate PPI. This role will help accelerate the next phase of Practical Process Improvement, our continuous improvement system, across our global operations network.
The Corporate PPI Team is expanding its focus from Delivery to embedding the widespread practical mastery of the PPI Business System, to support customer allegiance, quality, efficiency and sustainable productivity.
This role will focus on two core deliverables:
**Lean Diagnostics / Automation Assessment**
Develop and deploy a practical, Lean-focused assessment to support Digital Operations and Automation. The assessment will help identify and remove barriers, accelerate automation readiness, and support the journey toward smart factories.
**Leakage Reduction Playbook**
Develop and deploy a structured playbook to address the underlying defects, delays and disconnects that surface as financial leakage. The playbook will help reduce waste, improve net productivity and strengthen sustainable business performance.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Partner with the Corporate PPI Team to design, develop and deploy the Lean Diagnostics / Automation Assessment. Explore ways to utilise AI to simplify, reduce workload and speed up the process.
+ Support/lead site-based assessments, including cost assessments, value stream mapping, SME interviews, Lean mapping, deep dives, IT and systems mapping, Lean / digital / automation heatmaps, prioritisation, ROI review, business case development and site roadmap creation. Depending on the capability of the site, additional support may be required to help jumpstart execution.
+ Partner with the Corporate PPI Team to develop a practical, step-by-step Leakage Reduction Playbook covering cost diagnostics, good-cost versus bad-cost assessment, savings opportunity identification, prioritisation, implementation tracking and governance. Explore ways to utilise AI to simplify, reduce workload and speed up the process.
+ Partner across site, finance, operations, procurement and functional leadership teams to pilot, refine and deploy the playbook across selected teams and sites.
+ During the pilots record and manage the pipeline of cost-reduction and waste-elimination opportunities, quantifying financial impact and defining clear owners, timelines and governance routines.
+ Post pilot - work with team to create clear templates, training materials and adoption support to enable consistent deployment and long-term use
+ With support from the team embed the playbook into the PPI Business System, establishing standard routines and handover processes.
**Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree plus at least 8 years of experience in Lean transformation, operational excellence, manufacturing leadership or continuous improvement across multi-site operations. Preferred fields of study include Engineering, Operations, Business, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
+ Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.
+ Robust financial acumen.
+ Strong hands-on experience leading transformational Lean improvements in industrial, manufacturing or operations environments.
+ Demonstrated ability to use data to map operational performance, identify constraints and bottlenecks, and translate findings into practical improvement roadmaps aligned with automation solutions.
+ Credibility and influencing skills with senior operational leaders, site leadership teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
+ Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global organisation across businesses, functions and geographies.
+ Excellent facilitation, communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI, Excel and other analytics or business intelligence tools preferred.
+ Experience using enterprise-grade AI to unlock opportunities, improve decision-making and remove waste.
+ Travel may be required up to 50%
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Job Description
**Job Description Summary**
GE's Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a Lean Specialist for our Rugby plant who will lead and facilitate lean initiatives focused on optimizing processes, eliminating waste, and driving operational excellence. This role involves coaching teams and leading continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance across the organization.
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
+ Implement and sustain Lean initiatives across the facility to improve efficiency and reduce waste
+ Coach cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and cost-saving actions using Lean methodologies
+ Work closely with engineering, production, and quality departments to optimize processes and ensure product reliability
+ Deliver Lean training and coaching to employees at all levels, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
+ Use data-driven insights and KPIs to measure and evaluate the impact of lean initiatives
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Experience in Lean in a manufacturing environment
+ Bachelor's degree of an engineering discipline from an accredited university
+ Strong analytical and inquisitive thinking skills, with the ability to make data-driven inferences
+ Strong oral and written English language skills
+ Comfortable commuting to the Rugby facility on a daily basis
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ Proficiency in MS Office-Excel, other software knowledge beneficial (Statistics, simulation, Kanban, etc.)
+ High coordination skills and hands-on approach
+ Enhanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities
+ Strong manufacturing knowledge with deep understanding of shopfloor management
+ Lean training certifications, with a preference for Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies
+ Experience in Lean management in the electromechanical sector
+ Ability to develop and motivate a high-involvement team through commitment to meeting customer and organizational demands
+ Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
+ High speed and focus on responsibility
**You can expect from us:**
+ Challenging and exciting projects
+ A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
+ Attractive compensation.
+ Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
+ 26 days vacation + bank holidays
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE's Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a Lean Specialist for our Rugby plant who will lead and facilitate lean initiatives focused on optimizing processes, eliminating waste, and driving operational excellence. This role involves coaching teams and leading continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance across the organization.
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
+ Implement and sustain Lean initiatives across the facility to improve efficiency and reduce waste
+ Coach cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and cost-saving actions using Lean methodologies
+ Work closely with engineering, production, and quality departments to optimize processes and ensure product reliability
+ Deliver Lean training and coaching to employees at all levels, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
+ Use data-driven insights and KPIs to measure and evaluate the impact of lean initiatives
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Experience in Lean in a manufacturing environment
+ Bachelor's degree of an engineering discipline from an accredited university
+ Strong analytical and inquisitive thinking skills, with the ability to make data-driven inferences
+ Strong oral and written English language skills
+ Comfortable commuting to the Rugby facility on a daily basis
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ Proficiency in MS Office-Excel, other software knowledge beneficial (Statistics, simulation, Kanban, etc.)
+ High coordination skills and hands-on approach
+ Enhanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities
+ Strong manufacturing knowledge with deep understanding of shopfloor management
+ Lean training certifications, with a preference for Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies
+ Experience in Lean management in the electromechanical sector
+ Ability to develop and motivate a high-involvement team through commitment to meeting customer and organizational demands
+ Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
+ High speed and focus on responsibility
**You can expect from us:**
+ Challenging and exciting projects
+ A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
+ Attractive compensation.
+ Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
+ 26 days vacation + bank holidays
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Job Description
CI Lean Leader (m/f/d)
Posting Start Date: 7/1/26
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Description:
**Your new role:**
+ Drive the TEOA Business System and guide the organization towards achieving Benckmark and Excellence in all areas
+ Support the Lighthouse sites with their 18 months engagement roadmap journey to deploy TEOA
+ Run Kaizen events and large VSM workshops on site cross functional and cross regional
+ Bring a seasoned outside-in view and regularly assess the management system
+ Develop a Processes & Excellence framework to bring more sites on Light House Initiatives /Journey
+ Ensure thorough stakeholder management by regularly interacting with Sales, Operations/Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, Finance, PM and other pertinent functions
+ Lead and Support Value Drivers and Enablers as defined at ACL Sector level
+ Map out, align and document end-to-end processes for quotations, order fulfilment, customer issue resolution, and other commercial tasks
+ Support Hoshin X Matrix priorities, Coach and Mentor
+ Establish tiered training structures to deploy processes and ensure adherence, global level
+ Develop process improvement ideas as well as automation/digitalization concepts, socialize and pressure-test the improvements and drive them to success.
+ Lead the implementation of service level differentiation in commercial functions; develop concepts for value-adding services for global and key customers
+ Work with P&L-owning subvertical (business segments) on process and interface improvements especially with regards to revenue maximization and inventory optimization
+ Take on comprehensive projects and drive them with a high degree of latitude, ensure proper goalsetting and timelines as well as change Management
+ Build an Army of problem solvers and Kaizen Facilitators and instill Kaizen culture
+ Drive continuous upskilling of the Processes & Excellence team, emphasize talent development, assess talents from line functions for potential career paths into TEOA and program management roles
**Your ideal background:**
+ Master's degree in business, operations, engineering, or another related field.
+ 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, PMO, functional leadership, or Business Transformation.
+ Strong hands-on approach paired with the ability to formalize and sustain achievements
+ Experience defining and scaling PMO process excellence programs, tools and initiatives.
+ Experience in executing lean / business excellence transformation at scale in an Industrial environment and track-record of delivering tangible results
+ Business excellence and Lean Expert process and methodologies
+ Continuous Improvement Certified (i.e., Lean Expert or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
+ Previous Experience in Continuous Improvement, Program and Project Management, or similar
+ Proven experience in a large, matrixed, global organization, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex projects and deliver results
+ Continuous Improvement mindset and prior experience implementing best practices.
+ Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and programs and meet scope, schedule, and objectives.
+ Experience in managing teams, Stakeholders as well as senior subject matter experts.
\#jobsEMEAAD #LI-Remote
**Job Locations:**
Posting City: \#
Job Country: Great Britain
Travel Required: 50% to 75%
Requisition ID:
Workplace Type: Remote
External Careers Page: Continuous Improvement
TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.
Posting Start Date: 7/1/26
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Description:
**Your new role:**
+ Drive the TEOA Business System and guide the organization towards achieving Benckmark and Excellence in all areas
+ Support the Lighthouse sites with their 18 months engagement roadmap journey to deploy TEOA
+ Run Kaizen events and large VSM workshops on site cross functional and cross regional
+ Bring a seasoned outside-in view and regularly assess the management system
+ Develop a Processes & Excellence framework to bring more sites on Light House Initiatives /Journey
+ Ensure thorough stakeholder management by regularly interacting with Sales, Operations/Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, Finance, PM and other pertinent functions
+ Lead and Support Value Drivers and Enablers as defined at ACL Sector level
+ Map out, align and document end-to-end processes for quotations, order fulfilment, customer issue resolution, and other commercial tasks
+ Support Hoshin X Matrix priorities, Coach and Mentor
+ Establish tiered training structures to deploy processes and ensure adherence, global level
+ Develop process improvement ideas as well as automation/digitalization concepts, socialize and pressure-test the improvements and drive them to success.
+ Lead the implementation of service level differentiation in commercial functions; develop concepts for value-adding services for global and key customers
+ Work with P&L-owning subvertical (business segments) on process and interface improvements especially with regards to revenue maximization and inventory optimization
+ Take on comprehensive projects and drive them with a high degree of latitude, ensure proper goalsetting and timelines as well as change Management
+ Build an Army of problem solvers and Kaizen Facilitators and instill Kaizen culture
+ Drive continuous upskilling of the Processes & Excellence team, emphasize talent development, assess talents from line functions for potential career paths into TEOA and program management roles
**Your ideal background:**
+ Master's degree in business, operations, engineering, or another related field.
+ 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, PMO, functional leadership, or Business Transformation.
+ Strong hands-on approach paired with the ability to formalize and sustain achievements
+ Experience defining and scaling PMO process excellence programs, tools and initiatives.
+ Experience in executing lean / business excellence transformation at scale in an Industrial environment and track-record of delivering tangible results
+ Business excellence and Lean Expert process and methodologies
+ Continuous Improvement Certified (i.e., Lean Expert or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
+ Previous Experience in Continuous Improvement, Program and Project Management, or similar
+ Proven experience in a large, matrixed, global organization, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex projects and deliver results
+ Continuous Improvement mindset and prior experience implementing best practices.
+ Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and programs and meet scope, schedule, and objectives.
+ Experience in managing teams, Stakeholders as well as senior subject matter experts.
\#jobsEMEAAD #LI-Remote
**Job Locations:**
Posting City: \#
Job Country: Great Britain
Travel Required: 50% to 75%
Requisition ID:
Workplace Type: Remote
External Careers Page: Continuous Improvement
TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.
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Job Description
A Senior Technical Lead (Ruby on Rails) is required to join one of our clients, who are transforming the automotive space. This role provide an opportunity to step into a VP of Engineering position in a year from now.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
You will havedeep expertise in architecting, developing, and scaling full-stack web platforms, particularly within the Ruby on Rails ecosystem. Experienced in guiding cross-disciplinary engineering teams and embedding modern engineering practices that enable reliable, high-velocity delivery. Adept at introducing and operationalising emerging technologiesincluding LLMs and AI-driven tooling to create meaningful product and commercial impact. Brings a decisive, action-oriented approach and a strong ability to align technical direction with business strategy in fast-moving, product-centric environments.
Key requirements:
Ruby & Ruby on Rails
Full-Stack Engineering: JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Hotwire, Stimulus
Node.js & React exposure beneficial
API Design: REST, GraphQL, external integrations
Data Stores: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch
Async Processing: Sidekiq, Resque
Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Heroku, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, IaC
Testing & Quality: RSpec, Capybara, TDD methodologies
Security, performance tuning, and system hardening
AI & LLMs: API integration, prompt engineering, AI-enhanced features and developer tooling
Responsibilities:
Provides hands-on technical leadership to engineering teams (515 people), including mentoring, code review, and architectural direction.
Owns end-to-end system architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and delivered at pace.
Partners closely with Product, Design, and Commercial teams to convert business objectives into robust technical plans
Drives engineering excellence through best practices, continuous improvement, and sustainable delivery processes.
Led the build-out and ongoing evolution of high-traffic Ruby on Rails platforms supporting significant commercial throughput.
Modernised legacy systems while ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
Introduced AI-powered enhancements to improve customer journeys and internal operational efficiency. xehkeey
Collaborated with stakeholders across pricing, quoting, and customer lifecycle domains to deliver impactful product improvements.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
You will havedeep expertise in architecting, developing, and scaling full-stack web platforms, particularly within the Ruby on Rails ecosystem. Experienced in guiding cross-disciplinary engineering teams and embedding modern engineering practices that enable reliable, high-velocity delivery. Adept at introducing and operationalising emerging technologiesincluding LLMs and AI-driven tooling to create meaningful product and commercial impact. Brings a decisive, action-oriented approach and a strong ability to align technical direction with business strategy in fast-moving, product-centric environments.
Key requirements:
Ruby & Ruby on Rails
Full-Stack Engineering: JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Hotwire, Stimulus
Node.js & React exposure beneficial
API Design: REST, GraphQL, external integrations
Data Stores: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch
Async Processing: Sidekiq, Resque
Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Heroku, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, IaC
Testing & Quality: RSpec, Capybara, TDD methodologies
Security, performance tuning, and system hardening
AI & LLMs: API integration, prompt engineering, AI-enhanced features and developer tooling
Responsibilities:
Provides hands-on technical leadership to engineering teams (515 people), including mentoring, code review, and architectural direction.
Owns end-to-end system architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and delivered at pace.
Partners closely with Product, Design, and Commercial teams to convert business objectives into robust technical plans
Drives engineering excellence through best practices, continuous improvement, and sustainable delivery processes.
Led the build-out and ongoing evolution of high-traffic Ruby on Rails platforms supporting significant commercial throughput.
Modernised legacy systems while ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
Introduced AI-powered enhancements to improve customer journeys and internal operational efficiency. xehkeey
Collaborated with stakeholders across pricing, quoting, and customer lifecycle domains to deliver impactful product improvements.
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Senior Ops Lead - Account management, Delivery
London
Lean Kitchen Network
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
Senior Operations Lead – Account Management Delivery & Performance
Department: Operations
Reports to: Director of Operations
Location: Hybrid – London HQ
Contract: Full-time
About Lean Kitchen Network
Lean Kitchen Network is a venture builder creating and scaling some of the UK’s most commercially successful and culturally relevant food brands.
We partner with companies like Heinz, PepsiCo, and Doritos to turn high-demand ideas into scalable, high-performing food concepts — operating across 300+ kitchens nationwi
de.We’re building a new kind of food platform, combining brand, data, and operations to unlock growth at scale
The Role
This is a senior, high-impact role with ownership of delivery performance across our partner network.
You’ll lead our Account Management function, own delivery revenue performance across platforms, and play a key role in shaping how Lean Kitchen scales.
This is about more than managing performance — it’s about owning one of the biggest growth levers in the b usiness, driving partner success, and building the systems that take us to the next level.
What You’ll Do:
Own Delivery Performance (End-to-End)
- Own and drive delivery revenue performance across Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat
- Identify and execute high-impact commercial levers (visibility, conversion, AOV, menu strategy, promotions)
- Consistently test, learn, and scale what works across the network
- Partner with Brand and Marketing to deliver campaigns that drive measurable growth.
Drive Partner Success & Performance
- Engage directly with license partners to support, challenge, and improve performance
- Build strong relationships with operators, ensuring they feel supported and set up
- to succeedHold partners accountable to brand and operational standards
- Use data to prioritise interventions and unlock growth across the network
- Optimise brand-partner fit, ensuring the right brands are in the right locations
Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team
- Lead, inspire, and develop a team of Account Managers
- Set clear targets across GSV, operational KPIs, and partner performance
- Build a high-performance, high-accountability culture
- Coach and develop talent as the function scales
Build Scalable Systems, Tools & Processes
- Develop SOPs, playbooks, and performance frameworks across
- 300+ sitesImprove and standardise reporting, dashboards, and performance visibility
- Drive a data-led approach to decision making across operations.
- Implement and optimise tools such as CRM systems (e.g. HubSpot), reporting platforms (e.g. Looker Studio), and internal dashboards
- Identify opportunities to use automation and AI to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability
- Continuously evolve systems and processes to support future growth
Shape the Future of the Business
- Act as the Operations lead within LKN
- Feed partner and performance insights into product, brand, and growth decisions
- Contribute to how Lean Kitchen evolves its partner model and scales
- Bring ideas, challenge thinking, and operate as a senior leader within the business
What Success Looks Like
- (6–12 Months) Strong, sustained growth in delivery GSV across core brands
- Clear improvement in partner performance across the network
- A highly engaged, high-performing Account Management team
- Scalable systems, tools, and reporting embedded acoss operations
- Tangible impact on how the business drives performance and growth
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years in multi-site hospitality, franchising, delivery operations, or partner performance
- Proven ownership of commercial and/or operational KPIs
- Strong understanding of delivery platforms and how to win on them
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Highly commercial — understands which levers drive revenue
- Strong systems thinker with experience improving processes and scalability
- Comfortable using data, dashboards, and tools to drive decisions
- Experience with CRM/reporting tools (e.g. HubSpot, Looker Studio) is a plus
- Interest in automation, AI, and using technology to improve operations
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
Why Join Lean Kitchen Network?
- Own one of the most important growth levers in a fast-scaling business
- Work with leading brands and top operators across the UK
- Operate at real scale (300+ locations) with meaningful commercial impact
- High autonomy and real influence over how the business evolves
- Be part of a passionate, ambitious team — and have a lot of fun while doing it!
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Emerging Talent - 12 month Lean Engineering Intern 2026 Opportunities (Newcastle)
Newcastle
Baker Hughes
Posted 3 days ago
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Job Description
**Would you like the opportunity to work in a global energy company?**
**Do you enjoy taking on challenging projects?**
**Join our innovating Internship Program**
The Baker Hughes Internship is designed to enable students either pursuing a Bachelors' or Masters' degree or recently graduated to gain hands-on work experience as the foundation of their professional lives. Our internships will give you first-hand insights into the processes, systems, and practices that are aligned to ensure customer needs are met through flawless execution and the application of leading-edge technology.
**Partner with the best**
You'll participate in focused training, and team meetings, work on projects, and present your results. During your internship, you will be supported by a buddy and your manager who will ensure you have a valuable learning experience. You can expect to receive coaching and mentoring to enable you to complete assignments and projects to develop your learning and skillset.
You will also have the opportunity to become familiar with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) and culture of Baker Hughes. as well as our strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our internships give you first-hand insights into the manufacturing processes, systems and practices that are aligned to ensure customer needs are met through flawless execution and the application of leading-edge technology. During your internship you will be supported by your manager who will ensure that you have a valuable learning experience.
**Lean Engineer**
**Are you a Lean/Operational Excellence professional looking for a new opportunity?**
**Are you excited by the idea of driving continuous improvement initiatives and driving change?**
**Join our innovating Lean Engineering team!**
As part of the Flexible Pipe Systems Offshore team based in Newcastle UK, you will be joining an established business and team with expertise in pipe design, manufacturing, and installation. This unique combination allows our customers to increase production and asset integrity whilst reducing the overall costs associated with a pipeline system.
**Partner with the best**
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lean Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing principles and practices, with a focus on continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiency. As a Lean Engineer, you will work collaboratively across departments to identify opportunities for improvement, implement lean tools and methodologies, and drive a culture of excellence within our organization.
As a Lean Engineer, you will be responsible for:
+ Conducting thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and areas for improvement.
+ Implementing and promoting lean tools and techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, TPM, and Root Cause Analysis.
+ Oversee and coach Daily Lean Management routine across different functions.
+ Develop and improve tracking tools, dashboards, and templates to support Operational Excellence
+ Educating and training employees on lean principles and practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
+ Working closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering, to drive operational excellence and enhance overall performance.
+ Build capability in developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives and ensure sustained improvements.
+ Utilizing data analysis and problem-solving techniques to address operational challenges and implement sustainable solutions, and drive functions to adhere to problem solving techniques through Daily Lean Management.
**Fuel your passion**
To be successful in this role you will:
+ Have a bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
+ Have a strong understanding of lean principles, methodologies, and tools.
+ Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
+ Have effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
+ Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with lean software tools e.g., Minitab, Tableau, PowerBI
+ Have strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
**Work in a way that works for you**
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone. In this role, we may be able to offer flexible working patterns. Talk to us about your desired working options when you apply.
**Working with us**
Working at Baker Hughes means being at the forefront of the energy transition. Our people are diverse, ambitious, and collaborative. We're on a mission to redefine the energy sector by unlocking the power of engineering, data, and science.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Intern/ Trainee/Apprentice **About Us:**
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward - making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
**Join Us:**
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let's come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
**Do you enjoy taking on challenging projects?**
**Join our innovating Internship Program**
The Baker Hughes Internship is designed to enable students either pursuing a Bachelors' or Masters' degree or recently graduated to gain hands-on work experience as the foundation of their professional lives. Our internships will give you first-hand insights into the processes, systems, and practices that are aligned to ensure customer needs are met through flawless execution and the application of leading-edge technology.
**Partner with the best**
You'll participate in focused training, and team meetings, work on projects, and present your results. During your internship, you will be supported by a buddy and your manager who will ensure you have a valuable learning experience. You can expect to receive coaching and mentoring to enable you to complete assignments and projects to develop your learning and skillset.
You will also have the opportunity to become familiar with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) and culture of Baker Hughes. as well as our strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our internships give you first-hand insights into the manufacturing processes, systems and practices that are aligned to ensure customer needs are met through flawless execution and the application of leading-edge technology. During your internship you will be supported by your manager who will ensure that you have a valuable learning experience.
**Lean Engineer**
**Are you a Lean/Operational Excellence professional looking for a new opportunity?**
**Are you excited by the idea of driving continuous improvement initiatives and driving change?**
**Join our innovating Lean Engineering team!**
As part of the Flexible Pipe Systems Offshore team based in Newcastle UK, you will be joining an established business and team with expertise in pipe design, manufacturing, and installation. This unique combination allows our customers to increase production and asset integrity whilst reducing the overall costs associated with a pipeline system.
**Partner with the best**
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lean Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing principles and practices, with a focus on continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiency. As a Lean Engineer, you will work collaboratively across departments to identify opportunities for improvement, implement lean tools and methodologies, and drive a culture of excellence within our organization.
As a Lean Engineer, you will be responsible for:
+ Conducting thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and areas for improvement.
+ Implementing and promoting lean tools and techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, TPM, and Root Cause Analysis.
+ Oversee and coach Daily Lean Management routine across different functions.
+ Develop and improve tracking tools, dashboards, and templates to support Operational Excellence
+ Educating and training employees on lean principles and practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
+ Working closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering, to drive operational excellence and enhance overall performance.
+ Build capability in developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives and ensure sustained improvements.
+ Utilizing data analysis and problem-solving techniques to address operational challenges and implement sustainable solutions, and drive functions to adhere to problem solving techniques through Daily Lean Management.
**Fuel your passion**
To be successful in this role you will:
+ Have a bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
+ Have a strong understanding of lean principles, methodologies, and tools.
+ Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
+ Have effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
+ Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with lean software tools e.g., Minitab, Tableau, PowerBI
+ Have strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
**Work in a way that works for you**
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone. In this role, we may be able to offer flexible working patterns. Talk to us about your desired working options when you apply.
**Working with us**
Working at Baker Hughes means being at the forefront of the energy transition. Our people are diverse, ambitious, and collaborative. We're on a mission to redefine the energy sector by unlocking the power of engineering, data, and science.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Intern/ Trainee/Apprentice **About Us:**
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward - making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
**Join Us:**
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let's come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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