Operational Excellence Lead

Job description

• Operational Excellence Lead

• £60k-70k + bonus & benefits

• London | Hybrid with regular UK & European site travel

Our client is a PE-Backed Logistics Unicorn that are strengthening their group transformation capability as it continues to scale across multiple European markets. This role has been created to bridge central strategy and on-site operations, ensuring performance improvements are not only designed but embedded where they matter most. You’ll play a pivotal part in shaping how operational data, standards and improvement initiatives translate into measurable results across a complex, multi-site environment.

The business operates an established international network of operational sites, each with strong local leadership and a reputation for reliability and service quality. With continued investment in systems, automation and people, the organisation offers a rare opportunity to influence performance at scale while still working closely with operational teams on the ground. The environment rewards curiosity, collaboration and pragmatic problem-solving.

The Operational Excellence Lead will act as the key link between group teams and operational leaders, driving consistent performance improvement across sites, regions and countries.

The Operational Excellence Lead will…

– Own and drive the end-to-end operational improvement cycle, from data capture through to delivery

– Develop and enhance KPI frameworks to give clear visibility of performance at site, regional and group level

– Translate insight into prioritised action plans with regional and site leadership teams

– Lead engagement through reporting, communications, training sessions and performance forums

– Challenge existing standards and targets to ensure they remain realistic, relevant and continuously improving

The Operational Excellence Lead will…

– Bring proven experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement or transformation roles

– Be confident working with data, performance metrics and operational reporting

– Have experience influencing senior operational stakeholders across multiple locations

– Demonstrate the ability to connect operational improvements to financial outcomes and value creation

– Be comfortable working across functions including operations, finance, IT and solution design

Why You’ll Love It

– High-impact role with visibility across a large international network

– Opportunity to shape automation, data maturity and operational standards at scale

– Exposure to senior leadership and group-level decision-making

– Hybrid working model with varied site engagement

– Competitive salary, bonus and strong benefits package

Apply today to take your career to the next level with a pioneering organisation committed to long-term operational excellence and sustainable growth. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, all decisions are based on merit, ensuring an inclusive working environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

19-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English