Responsibilities
Optimize for Value. Use data to structure projects around highest and fastest value realization opportunities
Executes required data analytics and root cause analyses supported by data analysts and FP&A
Prioritize projects with leadership based on functional needs, resource capacity, risk, and interdependencies
Develop Success Metrics. Establish short list of clear metrics (1-3 / process) to track project success and maximize return
Provide LEAN expertise during root cause identification, design, and implementations
Provide Thought Leadership. Maintain a list of best practice and reference tools for use by project teams
Train Project Teams. Train project leads on project management methodology, tools, and best practices
Provide confidential audit reports to management and work with management team to review and discuss reports to aid in skill development of the team and ensure adherence to quality standards
Seek out and identify inefficiencies and develop systematic approaches for process improvement
Effectively coordinate and communicate changes and enhancements with management
Lead major working sessions and empower operational teams to drive change
Execute improvement initiatives by coordinating human and operational resources with organizational leaders
Set and implement budgetary and timing controls to achieve chartered objectives
Coach, counsel, and train operational managers to develop a culture of process improvement
Support design, implementation, and sustainment of change using change management tools & methodologies
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
LEAN Blackbelt certification
8-10 years of LEAN performance improvement in manufacturing and back-office contexts
Proven ability to design and conduct data analysis and root cause identification independently
Preferred
Experience in a multi-regional healthcare, retail, or dental company
AGILE, PROSCI, MBA credentials
Significant experience implementing change management effectively
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Self-starter who will partner with business owners to gather and analyze data
Establish credibility with Senior Leadership and Field (Office Managers)
Proven ability to structure and plan projects around financial impacts / outcomes
Metrics-driven approach to measuring direct financial benefit from project execution
Strong ability to remove waste from existing processes and design efficient future processes
Passion for coaching project teams to drive sustainable change
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, reliable individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team
Problem solving skills to gather & analyze information to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action
Analytical skills to synthesize complex or diverse information. Ability to research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action
Requires knowledge of training practices, technology applications, and reporting systems; business correspondence and business reporting techniques;
and business principles
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401K
- Paid time to volunteer in your local community