KNPS manager
Wellingborough (Northamptonshire) Project / Product management
Job description
Job Title: KNPS manager
Location: Wellingborough
GB08125
What we're looking for
To manage the Kuehne + Nagel Production System ( KNPS) programme, fostering a culture of Continuous Improvement and supporting the Site Teams to deliver Operational Excellence. This role is responsible for information flows from Corporate to site level, and for ensuring that a standardized approach is used across all sites. You will train and coach the local teams and LSS Belts in the KNPS philosophy and toolset, as well as assessing sites in their progress through the KNExcellence model (Operational Excellence maturity level). The identification, documentation and adoption of best practices, as well as the development of the KNPS tools are also a key area of focus. This role manages the KNPS Programme Facilitator(s) in the team.and also provides support to senior managers (Site managers/GMs) and as required to BUDs/ NL level.
What you'll do:
· Successful deployment of KNPS and KNExcellence maturity model with sites progressing from Green towards Gold level
· Delivery of productivity measures such as hard savings through KNPS and Innovation
· Maintenance and management of Continuous Improvement Tracker
· Development of LSS Yellow and LSS Green Belts through training and subsequent mentoring and support through to certification
· Production and communication of Best Practice examples, including case studies and transferable projects in line with KNPS standards
· Promotion of KNPS methodology and awareness at every opportunity especially at Site Manager level
What you'll bring:
· Proven experience in Continuous Improvement in any operational environment (Logistics, Manufacturing, Supply Chain etc)
· Lean Six Sigma Black Belt accreditation (desirable)
· Project management skills
· Strong communication and organisational skills at all levels to include Influencing, coaching and people engagement skills
· IT + presentation skills (creating presentations, A3s, data analysis, KNPS Wiki)
· Proven 3-4 year's experience at a Management/Senior operational role on site
· People/line management experience and training experience at a variety of levels
· Numerical/analytical skills (confident in using and analysing data) and financially aware (experience in use of management accounts/P+L)
What you'll get:
If you would like to become a valued member of our team then we will also make sure that you're rewarded for your commitment and expertise. What we will provide includes:
·
Competitive salary
·
Kuehne + Nagel Pension Plan
·
Route 2 Rewards scheme - discounts and savings on a wide range of high street or internet goods and services.
Contact
Any questions? Contact us directly at:
Why not find out more about Kuehne + Nagel, visit us at www.kuehne-nagel.com
With more than 76,000 employees at 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based supply chain management.
Learn more >>
kncareers.com
Desired profile
Job Title: KNPS manager
Location: Wellingborough
GB08125
What we're looking for
To manage the Kuehne + Nagel Production System ( KNPS) programme, fostering a culture of Continuous Improvement and supporting the Site Teams to deliver Operational Excellence. This role is responsible for information flows from Corporate to site level, and for ensuring that a standardized approach is used across all sites. You will train and coach the local teams and LSS Belts in the KNPS philosophy and toolset, as well as assessing sites in their progress through the KNExcellence model (Operational Excellence maturity level). The identification, documentation and adoption of best practices, as well as the development of the KNPS tools are also a key area of focus. This role manages the KNPS Programme Facilitator(s) in the team.and also provides support to senior managers (Site managers/GMs) and as required to BUDs/ NL level.
What you'll do:
· Successful deployment of KNPS and KNExcellence maturity model with sites progressing from Green towards Gold level
· Delivery of productivity measures such as hard savings through KNPS and Innovation
· Maintenance and management of Continuous Improvement Tracker
· Development of LSS Yellow and LSS Green Belts through training and subsequent mentoring and support through to certification
· Production and communication of Best Practice examples, including case studies and transferable projects in line with KNPS standards
· Promotion of KNPS methodology and awareness at every opportunity especially at Site Manager level
What you'll bring:
· Proven experience in Continuous Improvement in any operational environment (Logistics, Manufacturing, Supply Chain etc)
· Lean Six Sigma Black Belt accreditation (desirable)
· Project management skills
· Strong communication and organisational skills at all levels to include Influencing, coaching and people engagement skills
· IT + presentation skills (creating presentations, A3s, data analysis, KNPS Wiki)
· Proven 3-4 year's experience at a Management/Senior operational role on site
· People/line management experience and training experience at a variety of levels
· Numerical/analytical skills (confident in using and analysing data) and financially aware (experience in use of management accounts/P+L)
What you'll get:
If you would like to become a valued member of our team then we will also make sure that you're rewarded for your commitment and expertise. What we will provide includes:
·
Competitive salary
·
Kuehne + Nagel Pension Plan
·
Route 2 Rewards scheme - discounts and savings on a wide range of high street or internet goods and services.
Contact
Any questions? Contact us directly at:
Why not find out more about Kuehne + Nagel, visit us at www.kuehne-nagel.com
With more than 76,000 employees at 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based supply chain management.
Learn more >>
kncareers.com