Lean Manager
Lean Manager – Drive Operational Excellence at NoteMachine
Location: Remote (UK-based) Department: Operations
Are you ready to lead transformative change and embed a culture of Operational Excellence? At NoteMachine, we’re seeking a Lean Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, eliminate waste, and enhance customer service performance.
This is a high-impact role where you’ll work closely with operational teams and senior leadership across multiple countries, driving breakthrough projects and building organizational capability.
What You’ll Do
- Champion Cost Productivity: Sponsor cost productivity goals and foster a culture of Operational Excellence that creates competitive advantage.
- Identify Projects: Lead Integrated Deck Building (IDB) Workshops to identify and prioritize cost-saving initiatives aligned with country goals.
- Deliver Breakthrough Projects: Execute needle-moving projects through Kaizen events, applying Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Standardized Work.
- Enhance Operations Management Systems: Implement and improve systems to sustain performance, solve problems, and enable incremental continuous improvement.
- Build Organizational Capability: Provide training while mentoring and developing future operational and Lean practitioners.
- Champion Change Management: Drive process changes effectively through training, communication, and monitoring.
- Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with senior leadership and operational leads to achieve cost productivity targets.
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years in operations, process improvement, and Lean leadership.
- Proven track record in operational excellence and change management.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Lean certification is a plus; hands-on Lean implementation experience is essential.
Why Join Us?
At NoteMachine, we value your expertise and offer:
- Career progression in a growing, diverse company.
- Medicash benefits for dental, optical, and wellness expenses.
- Exclusive discounts with major UK brands after 12 months.
- Salary sacrifice pension for higher take-home pay.
- Life insurance (x4 annual salary) and sickness cover after one year.
- Flexible working and travel opportunities.
Ready to make a measurable impact? Apply now and help us build a future of operational excellence.
10+ years in operations and lean/process improvement; proven change management and stakeholder engagement; lean implementation experience; Lean certification a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- leading projects
- driving productivity
- building capability
Skills & Tools
Integrated Deck Building (IDB) Workshops, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standardized Work
Job Details
- Category: Project and Program Management
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — Crickhowell or United Kingdom
- Languages: English
Benefits
- Retirement plan
About Brinks
A global leader in secure logistics and cash and valuables management solutions that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. — Industry: Transportation and Logistics