<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><strong data-start="293" data-end="311">Senior Operations Manager | CI &amp; Innovation | £60k | Doncaster</strong></p><h3 data-start="289" data-end="311"><strong data-start="293" data-end="311">About the Role</strong></h3><p data-start="313" data-end="544">Are you a bold, analytical leader with a passion for innovation and operational excellence?<br data-start="404" data-end="407">We're seeking a <strong data-start="423" data-end="483">Supply Chain Continuous Improvement &amp; Innovation Manager</strong> to help transform a fast-growing, high-performing network.</p><p data-start="546" data-end="738">This is a newly created leadership role, driving supply chain evolution through smart process design, automation, and data-led innovation - boosting service, reducing cost, and enabling scale.</p><hr data-start="740" data-end="743"><h3 data-start="745" data-end="767"><strong data-start="749" data-end="767">What You'll Do</strong></h3><ul data-start="769" data-end="1605"><li data-start="769" data-end="880"><p data-start="771" data-end="880">Create and deliver a <strong data-start="792" data-end="826">continuous improvement roadmap</strong> that raises the bar for performance and innovation.</p></li><li data-start="881" data-end="995"><p data-start="883" data-end="995">Lead <strong data-start="888" data-end="943">automation, mechanisation, and digital optimisation</strong> projects that transform speed, cost, and quality.</p></li><li data-start="996" data-end="1121"><p data-start="998" data-end="1121">Partner cross-functionally with <strong data-start="1030" data-end="1076">procurement, logistics, IT, and operations</strong> to unlock scalable, sustainable solutions.</p></li><li data-start="1122" data-end="1210"><p data-start="1124" data-end="1210">Define and track <strong data-start="1141" data-end="1149">KPIs</strong>; turn data into actionable insights for senior leadership.</p></li><li data-start="1211" data-end="1314"><p data-start="1213" data-end="1314">Build <strong data-start="1219" data-end="1245">resilience and agility</strong> into the network - ready to flex with seasonal and growth demands.</p></li><li data-start="1315" data-end="1413"><p data-start="1317" data-end="1413">Conduct <strong data-start="1325" data-end="1359">deep-dive performance analysis</strong> to uncover bottlenecks and drive rapid improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1414" data-end="1507"><p data-start="1416" data-end="1507">Champion a <strong data-start="1427" data-end="1466">Continuous Improvement (CI) culture</strong>, embedding best practice across sites.</p></li><li data-start="1508" data-end="1605"><p data-start="1510" data-end="1605">Use <strong data-start="1514" data-end="1557">network modelling and scenario planning</strong> to inform strategic direction and investment.</p></li></ul><hr data-start="1607" data-end="1610"><h3 data-start="1612" data-end="1629"><strong data-start="1616" data-end="1629">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="1631" data-end="2223"><li data-start="1631" data-end="1710"><p data-start="1633" data-end="1710">Degree in <strong data-start="1643" data-end="1682">Supply Chain, Engineering, Business</strong>, or a related discipline.</p></li><li data-start="1711" data-end="1809"><p data-start="1713" data-end="1809"><strong data-start="1713" data-end="1739">5-10 years' experience</strong> in supply chain leadership within <strong data-start="1774" data-end="1806">FMCG, retail, or omnichannel</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="1810" data-end="1919"><p data-start="1812" data-end="1919">Proven record in <strong data-start="1829" data-end="1876">network optimisation, operational execution</strong>, and measurable performance improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1920" data-end="1997"><p data-start="1922" data-end="1997"><strong data-start="1922" data-end="1944">Commercially sharp</strong>, with hands-on experience managing budgets or P&amp;L.</p></li><li data-start="1998" data-end="2115"><p data-start="2000" data-end="2115">Expert in <strong data-start="2010" data-end="2019">Excel</strong> and data analysis; comfortable using <strong data-start="2057" data-end="2075">planning tools</strong> such as Supply Chain Guru or SAP IBP.</p></li><li data-start="2116" data-end="2223"><p data-start="2118" data-end="2223"><strong data-start="2118" data-end="2156">Collaborative, curious, and driven</strong> - thrives on solving complex challenges with pace and precision.</p></li></ul><hr data-start="2225" data-end="2228"><h3 data-start="2230" data-end="2246"><strong data-start="2234" data-end="2246">Why Join</strong></h3><ul data-start="2248" data-end="2450"><li data-start="2248" data-end="2289"><p data-start="2250" data-end="2289">Competitive salary &amp; benefits package</p></li><li data-start="2290" data-end="2336"><p data-start="2292" data-end="2336">Strong culture of innovation and ownership</p></li><li data-start="2337" data-end="2411"><p data-start="2339" data-end="2411">Opportunity to shape the future of a growing, fast-moving supply chain</p></li><li data-start="2412" data-end="2450"><p data-start="2414" data-end="2450">Discounts and cycle-to-work scheme</p></li></ul><p>BBBH3860</p></dd>