Interim CI Execution Manager Europe – UK Focus
Location: United Kingdom (flexible base, frequent travel required)
Department: Operations Europe
Reports to: Regional Manufacturing Director Europe
Drive CI excellence across the UK manufacturing network
Refresco operates a highly strategic and complex manufacturing network in the United Kingdom, with several large-scale production sites playing a critical role in our European operations.
To strengthen performance, execution and capability building within the UK, we are looking for an Interim CI Execution Manager Europe. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering Refresco’s global Delta transformation programme, supporting both short-term performance improvements and long-term capability development.
Your role
As CI Execution Manager Europe, you are responsible for the execution of the Manufacturing workstream within the Delta program. You will work closely with approximately 43 plants across Europe, with a strong focus on 17 pull-forward sites, driving performance improvements in cost, productivity and capabilities.
Your key responsibilities include:
CI Framework & Way of Working
Deploying, sustaining and continuously improving the CI Framework, RMS and standards- Strengthening CI governance, tools and systems
- Ensuring strong diagnostic capabilities across plants
CI capability & mindset development
Developing Lean leadership within Operations- Coaching Team Leaders, Green Belts and Yellow Belts
- Building sustainable CI capabilities and ownership
Performance & value delivery
Tracking and validating financial impact, productivity improvements and savings- Ensuring alignment of performance data with Finance and Operations
- Co-creating a realistic and bankable plan together with the plants
Stakeholder management & communication
Delivering clear dashboards and high-quality management presentations- Translating complex data into actionable insights
- Acting as a trusted partner to Manufacturing leaders across Europe
Programme & transformation support
Supporting sub streams with planning, risk management and delivery- Continuously improving transformation tools, templates and reporting
- Strengthening accountability and delivery excellence
What do you bring?
Education & experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Economics- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Operations, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Logistics, Engineering or Continuous Improvement
- Proven experience in multi-site transformation programmes
- Solid knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TPM and/or Agile (Black Belt preferred)
- Experience in project and programme management (certification is a plus)
Knowledge & skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data and statistical analysis- Experience with design thinking and change management
- Excellent coaching and influencing capabilities
- Strong senior stakeholder management skills
Key competencies
Strong results and performance orientation- Effective business partnering skills
- Behavioural flexibility in complex environments
- Clear and impactful communication and presentation skills
What we offer
A key role in one of the largest operational transformation programmes in the industry- International exposure with direct impact on the performance of European manufacturing sites
- Plenty of room for initiative, leadership and professional growth
- A pragmatic, fast-moving organisation with short lines and clear ambitions
Recruitment process
Are you interested in this open position, feel free to send your application!
In case of any questions with regards to the position, you may reach out to Bas Versnel (Interim Corporate Recruiter Group/HQ)
E-mail: [email protected]
