Plant PMO, Performance & Continuous Improvement Manager
5 hours ago
Alfreton
Overview In this role you drive governance, performance management and continuous improvement across Ferreros manufacturing site, linking strategy with execution and delivering measurable, sustainable improvements. You lead cross-functional projects, CI and digitalisation efforts, shaping the Plant Master Plan and Smart Factory ambitions. You act as a key connector across Operations, Maintenance and other functions to accelerate the site’s transformation. ResponsibilitiesEstablish site governance and coordinate priorities across departmentsSupport the Plant Master Plan and translate strategic priorities into a long-term roadmapMonitor budgets and performance, providing visibility to support decision-makingAct as Project Manager for major cross-functional initiatives from planning to implementationStrengthen project management capability and ways of working across the PlantDrive Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence with measurable outcomesChampion improvement methodologies, coaching teams to adopt new ways of workingLead Smart Factory and digitalisation initiatives, deploying digital solutions for operational valueTranslate data and technology into actionable operational benefitsConnect Operations, Maintenance and other functions to align local priorities with the broader organisation Key requirementsExperienced in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Transformation, PMO or Performance roles in a manufacturing or complex environmentAbility to turn strategy into practical execution across multiple functions and projectsStrong project and programme management capabilitySolid understanding of Lean methodologies and CI tools, with ability to coach othersExperience with Smart Factory, Industry 4.0 or data-led performance improvement is valuableAnalytical, commercially aware, and able to work with budgets and performance metricsStrong communicator and change leader with credibility from shop floor to senior leadershipHands-on, strategic thinker with a delivery focus and passion for sustainable changeStrong communicationChange leadershipStakeholder collaborationLean methodologiesContinuous ImprovementPMO / project management