Senior Manager of Process Excellence

The Process Excellence Senior Manager

• is a hands-on leader responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. You will use methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma to analyze existing workflows, identify opportunities for enhancement, and lead cross-functional project teams to implement effective solutions. This role is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage a portfolio of process improvement projects from ideation through to completion using DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaborate with department heads and subject matter experts to gather data, analyze root causes, and develop actionable project plans.
• Facilitate workshops and Kaizen events to map current state processes, identify waste and inefficiencies, and design future state solutions.
• Utilize statistical analysis and process mapping tools (e.g., Minitab, Visio) to analyze complex datasets and provide clear, data-driven recommendations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs to monitor process performance and track the tangible impact of improvement projects.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports and business cases to stakeholders and senior management.
• Act as a key resource and mentor for continuous improvement, training team members on Lean and Six Sigma principles (e.g., Green Belt or Yellow Belt level).
• Champion a culture of operational excellence by promoting a problem-solving mindset and empowering employees to identify and implement improvements in their own work areas.
• Assist in developing and implementing a standardized framework for process excellence across the company.
• Document new and updated processes, ensuring they are clear, concise, and effectively communicated to all relevant teams.
• Qualifications & Skills
• Required :
• 8-12+ years
• of experience in a dedicated process improvement, operational excellence, or business transformation role.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is mandatory.
• Proven experience successfully leading multiple process improvement projects with measurable results in a complex business environment.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.
• Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.