Operational Excellence Leader – Manufacturing Transformation Location: Liverpool (Hybrid) Package: Circa £85,000 plus bonus, car allowance and, enhanced benefits Sector: Complex, high-cost manufacturing (FMCG, Automotive, Food and Drink, Packaging, etc.) An excellent opportunity to lead a site-wide Operational Excellence transformation within a complex manufacturing environment that is investing heavily in performance, culture, and capability. The business is looking to strengthen its leadership team with a proven Operational Excellence professional who can design and deliver a structured roadmap for sustainable improvement. This is a high-profile role with scope to make a lasting impact across both process and culture. The Opportunity You will have full ownership for designing and executing a five-year roadmap to implement a site-wide Operating System. While a structured global framework exists, you will have the freedom to shape how it is deployed, ensuring it is practical, effective, and embedded across all functions. The initial phase will focus on assessing site maturity, building capability, and establishing the foundations for long-term success. From there, the emphasis will move towards engagement, coaching, and cultural change, embedding Lean thinking at every level of the organisation. This is a senior leadership position within a collaborative and globally connected network, supported by a project management office, change agents, and advanced performance-tracking tools. You will have a direct report to support delivery and will work closely with site and global stakeholders. What We Are Looking For We are seeking someone who has: * Personally deployed an operating system or Lean framework from the ground up * Experience delivering large-scale transformation within complex, regulated, or high-cost manufacturing * Strong Lean or Continuous Improvement credentials (ideally Black Belt, minimum Green Belt) * A hands-on, data-driven approach with the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels * The energy, creativity, and resilience to build momentum and deliver sustainable improvement We are particularly interested in leaders from FMCG, food and drink, automotive, packaging, or other complex manufacturing settings who have built and deployed operating systems from the ground up. This is a blank canvas transformation role for a credible, inspirational leader who can combine structure with influence, drive engagement, and embed a culture of performance excellence. If this opportunity resonates with you, I would be happy to arrange a confidential discussion to explore it further