Change Manager

To be successful in your application you will be an experienced Change Manager ideally within an FMCG/Logistics environment. You will be able to demonstrate skills and experiences in:

Significant Change Management and Continuous Improvement experience within FMCG, logistics, or distribution environments

Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation projects and delivering measurable operational improvements

Experience supporting a new site opening, warehouse start-up, or major site transition

Strong ability to analyse and translate data into actionable insights that influence business decisions

Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and challenge at all levels

Strong understanding of warehouse operations within a fast-paced FMCG distribution environment

Experience driving continuous improvement programmes and embedding best practice across people, processes, and systems

Management-level operational experience is essential

Passionate about creating a collaborative, inclusive culture where colleagues are empowered to contribute ideas and drive change

Lean, Six Sigma and/or Project Management qualifications are desirable

Experience working with Trade Unions would be advantageous

Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a dynamic change environment

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + Bonus (DOE) Working hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday (A level of flexibility is expected to ensure effective operational coverage)

As well as a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food

25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)

Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan

Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives

Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance

Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers

Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme

A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development

Cycle to work scheme

Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special.

Private Medical Healthcare

Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)

When you join Gist, you're joining a business that plays a critical role within the M&S Group.

You'll have the opportunity to influence meaningful change, work alongside experienced leaders and contribute to one of the UK's leading food supply chains.

Our culture is built around our values of being Progressive, Accountable, Collaborative and Ethical, creating an environment where people are trusted, supported and encouraged to grow.

Whether you're leading a site operation, delivering transformation or shaping future strategy, your work will make a real difference.

At Gist, we believe our differences make us stronger.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to ensure you have the support you need.

Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.

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