Role: Continuous Improvement and Project Manager
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
We are partnering with a leading automated distribution centre in Rotherham to recruit a Continuous Improvement and Project Manager who will play a critical role in optimising performance, delivering strategic projects, and driving efficiency across a fast-paced, technology-led operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong warehouse systems knowledge, particularly within Manhattan WMS, who thrives in a complex, automated supply chain environment.
The Role
Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will lead site-wide improvement initiatives and manage key operational projects that enhance productivity, service, and cost performance.
You will be responsible for:
Leading continuous improvement programmes across warehouse operations
Identifying and eliminating process inefficiencies using Lean methodologies
Managing end-to-end operational projects from concept through implementation
Driving performance improvements across automation systems and workflows
Acting as the site subject matter expert for Manhattan WMS
Working cross-functionally with operations, IT, engineering and third-party providers
Analysing data to identify trends, root causes and improvement opportunities
Supporting change management and embedding best practice across the site
Delivering measurable gains in productivity, accuracy and customer service
We are looking for a hands-on improvement leader who can combine operational understanding with technical capability.
You will ideally have:
Proven experience at a Continuous Improvement and Project manager level
Background within an automated logistics distribution and supply chain environment
Strong knowledge of Manhattan Warehouse Management Systems
Experience implementing Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment
Confidence influencing at all levels of the business
Desirable
Lean Six Sigma qualification
Prince2 / PMP or equivalent project qualification
Exposure to warehouse automation technologies such as conveyors, ASRS, sortation or robotics