Full job descriptionThis Transformation Lead-EMEA opportunity offers the chance to lead large-scale transformation initiatives within a leading FMCG & Manufacturing business. Based in Surrey, you will drive operational excellence, digital transformation and measurable business improvement across the EMEA region.
Client Details
Our client is a leading international FMCG & Manufacturing organisation committed to innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Operating acrosstheEMEAregion,thebusinessisinvestinginprocesstransformation,digitalisationandAI-enabledsolutionstoenhanceperformance,improveefficiencyandcreatesustainablevalue.Aspartofthisjourney,theyareseekingaTransformation Lead-EMEA toleadstrategictransformationinitiativesacrosstheorganisation.BasedinSurrey,thebusinessoffersacollaborativeenvironment,engagedstakeholders,significanttransformationinvestmentandtheopportunitytoinfluencecriticalbusinessoutcomes.


Description
*Lead end-to-end transformation programmes from design through implementation, adoption and value realisation.
*Drive measurable improvements through operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
*Partner with senior stakeholders to align priorities and accelerate delivery across the business.
*Lead process redesign, simplification and standardisation across key functions.
*Identify opportunities to leverage digital technologies, automation and AI to enhance business performance.
*Establish governance frameworks, KPIs and performance management routines that sustain business outcomes.
*Lead, coach and develop a team of transformation professionals while building organisational capability.
*Foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver strategic change within a busy FMCG & Manufacturing environment.
Profile
*Proven experience leading business, operational or process transformation programmes within complex organisations.
*Strong track record of delivering large-scale change initiatives with measurable business impact.
*Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
*Leadership experience, including coaching, developing and managing teams.
*Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
*Experience within FMCG, manufacturing, supply chain, operations or similar environments.
*A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to build strong relationships across functions and geographies.
Job Offer
* £100,000 - £120,000 base salary plus bonus.
* Opportunity to lead high-profile transformation programmes across EMEA.
* Hybrid working arrangement based in Surrey.
* Leadership responsibility with direct team management and development.
* Exposure to senior executives, AI initiatives and business-critical transformation projects.