Business Improvement Manager

We are currently seeking a Project & Portfolio Manager on behalf of our client, a family-run automotive recycling business based in Botley, Southampton. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to lead operational improvement projects within a rapidly growing company committed to sustainability and efficiency. The Project & Portfolio Manager position is ideal for individuals with a proven track record in project delivery and business improvement initiatives, who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy cross-departmental collaboration.

Benefits for the successful Project & Portfolio Manager:

Basic salary up to £40,000, dependent on experience
Monday to Friday working hours
Opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading automotive recycling companies
Close collaboration with senior management and directors
Ownership of a broad range of operational improvement projects
Company pension scheme and employee benefits package
Long-term career development within a growing organisation
The chance to make a measurable, lasting impact on business operationsDuties of the Project & Portfolio Manager:

Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of the company's Business Improvement Programme
Collaborate with Directors and Department Managers to identify operational opportunities
Manage multiple improvement projects simultaneously across departments such as vehicle purchasing, dismantling, warehouse operations, parts sales, and customer service
Implement changes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction
Monitor project progress, KPIs, and outcomes
Balance resources to maintain operational integrity during project implementation
Produce updates and reports for senior management
Identify risks, issues, and opportunities throughout project lifecycles
Support managers with embedding new processes and ways of working
Ensure improvements are sustained and deliver long-term benefitsRequirements of the Project & Portfolio Manager:

Proven experience in business improvement, operational enhancement, or project management
Ability to manage multiple projects successfully
Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills
Excellent stakeholder communication skills across various levels
Proactive approach with ownership and execution focus
Strong influence and relationship-building capabilities
Experience within automotive, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, or similar sectors is highly desirable
Knowledge of methodologies such as Continuous Improvement, Lean, Change Management, PRINCE2, or Agile is advantageous but not essentialThis is an excellent opportunity for a Project & Portfolio Manager to contribute significantly to a forward-thinking organisation. If you are ready to take on a challenging role with real impact, we encourage you to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Contact Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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