Process Excellence Consultant - Contract Opportunity Location: Macclesfield Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site / 2 days remote per week Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension) Outside IR35 | £500/day (Ltd/Umbrella) We are seeking a dynamic Process Excellence Consultant to support a high-impact transformation initiative. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence efforts across ERP/SAP S/4HANA environments in either Macclesfield.What You'll Bring Essential Skills & Experience: Proven expertise in process mapping and process thinking Hands-on experience in process optimisation using structured problem-solving tools Exposure to SAP S/4HANA, ERP, or large-scale transformation initiatives Knowledge of Business Process Management (BPM) platforms Proficiency in Lean / Six Sigma or comparable continuous improvement methodologies Strong facilitation skills for live process mapping workshops Skilled trainer and coach with excellent stakeholder engagement Exceptional communication, collaboration, and networking abilitiesNice-to-Have Experience Previous experience in a Process Excellence or similar role SAP implementation background Familiarity with financial or quality process controls Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) or evidence of successful CI project delivery Ability to coach and guide process optimisation in complex, data-driven business environmentsWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)