Operational Efficiency Lead

Job Description

Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 28th July 2026
Recruitment Partner: Vyoma, vyoma.gandhi@boots.com

Are you ready to make a difference? Join Boots as an **Operational Efficiency Lead** in our dynamic **Warehousing** team based in **Nottingham**. Here at Boots, we work every day to build a brilliant environment for our people, empowering them to deliver care, confidence, and connection to our customers and colleagues.
What you'll be doing

In this pivotal role, you will lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, ensuring our warehousing processes are optimised for success. You will report to [insert manager's name] and oversee a dedicated team, driving collaboration and innovation to achieve our goals.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency across the warehousing function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and drive change.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide insights to enhance productivity.
• Lead and mentor your team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and best practices.

What you'll need to have (our must-haves)

• Proven experience in operational management within a warehousing or logistics environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and change management.
• Effective communication skills to engage and inspire your team.

It would be great if you also have

• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• A background in project management.

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots, we believe in your potential. With our commitment to your development, you'll have opportunities to grow your career and take on new challenges within our organisation.

Rewards designed for you

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible benefits scheme including options for additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, and much more.

There's lots more in our benefits and discounts, MyBoosts - there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at http://boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only.

**A bit about us**At Boots, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive, so we're committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
**What's next?**If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
**We hope to hear from you soon.Be brilliant with Boots.**