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Lean Analyst
£72,800 - 104,000
DEKRA UK Management
Enterprise Road, Chilworth Science Park
£72,800 - 104,000
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent)
- Proven experience delivering large-scale LEAN transformation projects
- Strong understanding of process mapping, waste reduction, and workflow optimisation
- Experience working with SAP financial/ERP systems (advantageous)
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels
- Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset
- Experience managing or mentoring teams beneficial
- A limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance aligned with DEKRAs minimum requirements or onboard through an umbrella company
Responsibilities
- Challenge existing practices and streamline workflows across the business
- Embed LEAN methodologies in the Process Safety division, specifically LIMS, Consulting Operating Systems, and ERP workflows
- Develop and deliver a structured plan to analyse and improve processes within Process Safety Laboratories and Consulting Services
- Identify inefficiencies in current systems (including LIMS and ERP) and propose LEAN-driven improvements
- Report monthly progress against KPIs, highlighting time savings, cost reductions, and headcount efficiencies
- Lead the introduction of LEAN thinking across the UK business, including training employees to Six Sigma White Belt level and developing internal LEAN Champions
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Training, Finance, IT, and Compliance teams to ensure alignment and shared goals
- Work with the Global LEAN team to share best practices and align UK operations with international standards
- Ensure all work adheres to company policies, safety standards, data protection regulations, and relevant legislation
- Deliver exceptional internal customer service, building strong relationships across departments
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and process consistency
Description
We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organization employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries. Our UK operations deliver a wide range of services across multiple industries, including automotive, oil and gas, insurance, manufacturing, and chemical and process safety. We are one of the worlds most respected names in safety and risk management, helping organizations operate more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. We are looking for a highly skilled LEAN Analyst to join our team on an associate basis. This hybrid role, based in Southampton, offers a unique opportunity to lead major process improvement projects that will influence our transformation journey. If you are passionate about eliminating waste and driving operational excellence, we would love to hear from you!
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