Brinks

Lean Manager

United Kingdom · Remote (restrictions not stated) · Full time

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EmployerBrinks
LocationUnited Kingdom
Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted10 Jul 2026

Lean Manager – Drive Operational Excellence at NoteMachine

Location: Remote (UK-based)
Department: Operations

Are you ready to lead transformative change and embed a culture of Operational Excellence? At NoteMachine, we’re seeking a Lean Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, eliminate waste, and enhance customer service performance.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll work closely with operational teams and senior leadership across multiple countries, driving breakthrough projects and building organizational capability.

What You’ll Do

Champion Cost Productivity: Sponsor cost productivity goals and foster a culture of Operational Excellence that creates competitive advantage.
Identify Projects: Lead Integrated Deck Building (IDB) Workshops to identify and prioritize cost-saving initiatives aligned with country goals.
Deliver Breakthrough Projects: Execute needle-moving projects through Kaizen events, applying Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Standardized Work.
Enhance Operations Management Systems: Implement and improve systems to sustain performance, solve problems, and enable incremental continuous improvement.
Build Organizational Capability: Provide training while mentoring and developing future operational and Lean practitioners.
Champion Change Management: Drive process changes effectively through training, communication, and monitoring.
Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with senior leadership and operational leads to achieve cost productivity targets.

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What We’re Looking For

10+ years in operations, process improvement, and Lean leadership.
Proven track record in operational excellence and change management.
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Lean certification is a plus; hands-on Lean implementation experience is essential.

Why Join Us?

At NoteMachine, we value your expertise and offer:

Career progression in a growing, diverse company.
Medicash benefits for dental, optical, and wellness expenses.
Exclusive discounts with major UK brands after 12 months.
Salary sacrifice pension for higher take-home pay.
Life insurance (x4 annual salary) and sickness cover after one year.
Flexible working and travel opportunities.

Ready to make a measurable impact? Apply now and help us build a future of operational excellence.

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