Process and Automation Specialist in Peterborough

As we continue to transform our UK Distribution Centre into a high‑performance, technology‑enabled operation, we are excited to introduce a brand‑new opportunity for a Process & Automation Specialist. With our automation system currently under construction and scheduled for handover in the summer, this is a pivotal moment to join us. The environment is evolving quickly, with many variables, new workflows, and continuous opportunities to refine how we operate. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, enjoys digging into processes, and is motivated by the challenge of improving performance to drive meaningful impact across our automated and traditional warehouse activities.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Director and working as part of the UK Distribution Centre Operations team, the Process & Automation Specialist will play a central role in defining, measuring, analysing, implementing, and optimising our automated systems alongside core warehousing processes. You will review every workflow, touchpoint, and parameter — from E1 process flows and replenishment methods to stock quantities and throughput — ensuring our automation delivers maximum value. This role blends hands‑on technical problem‑solving with strategic continuous improvement, requiring you to monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, support warehouse teams, and use data‑driven insights to enhance efficiency. As this is a newly created position, you will also help shape its scope, influence operational decision‑making, and ensure strong stakeholder alignment across Operations, OpEx, Engineering, and Quality.

Who Are we looking for?

We are seeking a process‑driven, analytical professional with proven experience in automation within a distribution, production line, or high‑volume operational environment. A background in mechanical engineering or experience in companies with complex production flows would be highly advantageous. You understand automation principles, lean methodologies, and continuous improvement, and you’re comfortable navigating systems, data, and operational detail. You’re someone who can stand on the shop floor, observe a process, and immediately understand how small changes can create measurable gains. You bring strong stakeholder management skills, the confidence to challenge and influence, and the ability to demonstrate the value of your work through clear improvements in efficiency, quality, and throughput. Expert knowledge of JD Edwards (E1) is desirable, with experience of a warehouse management system being essential.

Why Coloplast

Joining Coloplast means becoming part of a purpose‑driven organisation committed to improving the lives of people with intimate healthcare needs. Within our UK Distribution Centre, you will be at the forefront of a major operational transformation, helping shape how automation, data, and process excellence come together to create a world‑class supply chain. You will have the autonomy to innovate, the support of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on how we operate every day. This is a chance to grow with a global organisation that values continuous improvement, invests in its people, and empowers you to build a role that evolves as our technology and operations advance.

Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16,000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world´s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.

Coloplast is committed to being an inclusive organization, where people bring their differences to work each day, fulfil their potential and have a strong sense of belonging because – and not despite – of their differences. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, age, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief or physical ability.