General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-17579  

Line Of Business

CONTRACT LOGISTICS

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Local Management

Job title

Site Continuous Improvement Manager

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Monday-Friday
Core business hours
40 hours per week
flexible around business needs

Job description

To ensure that all work processes defined in the Business blueprint are closely followed and adhered to; ensure all operating procedures, safety rules and internal regulations are promoted and complied with, to develop and lead the continuous improvement agenda for all sites in the UK. To be the main point of contact between the UKCL and Line of Business for LEAN and CI agenda.
• Lead and develop CI initiatives across the UK business
• Liaise with wider business (LoB, region, group) on all matters LEAN / CI
• Support business improvement opportunities
• Involvement in new business tender operational solutions
• Support sites in peak planning / delivery
• Ensure team is fully trained in their respective areas of responsibilities.
• Work closely with other relevant departments
• Ensure sites have the relevant data capture and analysis to support business improvement
• Developing process enhancement strategies.
• Ensuring Standard Operating Procedures are optimized and ensuring compliance.
• Investigating shortfalls, issues, and defects in current business processes.
• Establishing norms and standards of company performance.
• Collaborating with other stakeholders to enhance productivity and staff satisfaction.
• Communicating ideas and opinions to other members of management.
• Training, mentoring, and guiding collaborators in new processes.
• Staying up-to-date with developments in management and process optimization.

Applicant's profile

Essential Education and/ or Training
• Experience of the logistics industry.
Preferred Experience and Knowledge
• Five years' experience in process optimization, operations, or business management.
• A sharp eye for identifying weak points in processes and organizational structures.
• A strategic and analytical mindset.
• Qualification in Continuous Improvement / LEAN methodology.
• An excellent communicator with advanced presentation skills.
• A thorough understanding of the latest process enhancement strategies.
• Dynamic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Confidence in your abilities to lead organizational change.
Necessary Technical / Functional Skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships at all levels of staff.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
• Ability to manage a team and conduct meetings.
• Ability to delegate.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, United Kingdom, England, Coventry (City of)

Location

Candidate criteria

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)

Driving license

not required