Process Improvement Manager - Hybrid

Position Title: Global Continuous Improvement (MDI) Manager - Europe Based Position Type: Regular - Full-Time In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. Built entirely in-house and currently in active deployment across 30+ plants worldwide, MDI is still being shaped, and this hire will have a genuine seat at the table in influencing its design. Following internal promotion, we are looking for a Global MDI Manager who can land running. Support and lead the global deployment of MDI - McCain's Manufacturing Operating System - across a network of 30+ manufacturing sites, currently at Phase 2-3 of rollout. Coach continuous improvement skills and mindset at all levels of the organisation - building lasting capability rather than dependency. Lead strategic ad hoc projects that contribute to the financial and cultural objectives of the Global Manufacturing function. Stay at the forefront of manufacturing excellence innovation, including the emerging integration of digital tools and process digitisation within MDI. At least ten years of leadership or management experience within Continuous Improvement and Plant Operations, with a minimum of five years leading and coaching at least two of the following: FMCG manufacturing experience is essential; backgrounds in automotive or pharmaceutical manufacturing are also of strong interest. A Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Science, Engineering or a related field; Lean / CI certification and PMP designation are a bonus. A self-starter who thrives with autonomy and operates effectively across global cultures with minimal supervision. Bilingual skills are an asset; Other Requirements Willingness and ability to travel internationally (60%+ of the time). And because you're joining a global business, your career opportunities don't stop at the factory gate. The team works with Regional Manufacturing Leadership across all of McCain's major geographies - a genuinely global remit with meaningful reach into plant-level operations worldwide. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We're big believers in the power of working together in person-it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain Foods (G.