Associate Director - Continuous Improvement

Nuveen; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

TIAA Global Capabilities in Pune, India, seeks a Business Unit Continuous Improvement Manager to lead process improvement initiatives and operations analysis across the unit. You will manage a team of seasoned professionals delivering CI expertise and guidance, with clear targets and execution plans aligned to business goals.

You will partner with functional leaders, drive cost-benefit analyses, and ensure training and documentation for CI programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience in a corporate setting.
• 7+ years preferred for senior leadership in CI.
• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Directs process improvement and CI analysis to identify upgrades aligned with unit goals.
• Approves opportunities for operational improvements using cost/benefit analyses.
• Collaborates with functional leadership to determine needs and strategize solutions.
• Supervises diagnostics design to identify value creation projects.
• Recommends process enhancements to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Coordinates with business owners to deliver results and promote CI culture.
• Ensures training and documentation for CI action plans; supports smooth transitions.
• Manages performance of direct reports and conducts regular performance reviews.

Skills

Process Improvement

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Change Management

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Business Unit Continuous Improvement Mgr

The Business Unit Continuous Improvement Manager India plays a critical role in leading process improvement initiatives and operations analysis. This job manages a team of experienced professionals that provide Continuous Improvement expertise and consultation to assigned business units. This job leads the execution of key divisional, departmental or cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives ensuring that clear targets, goals and expectations are established, communicated and executed.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Directs process improvement and continuous improvement analysis to ensure procedures are in place to identify potential upgrades that would be ideal for business unit goals. Approves opportunities for processing operational improvements by analyzing current operations, reviewing cost/benefit analysis and business cases. Liaises with functional leadership teams across the organization to determine needs for business improvements and to strategize possible business solutions. Supervises the development of business diagnostics designs that identify, quantify and prioritize value creation projects in congruence with team feedback and input. Recommends process enhancements that would improve operating efficiencies and cost effectiveness within the organization. Coordinates with key business owners and partners for the delivery of results and establishment of a culture of Continuous Improvement (e.g. customer insights idea generation, change management, and communications). Ensures proper training and documentation is provided on Continuous Improvement action plans within the organization. Works with functional leadership teams to ensure that the transition to new programs and implemented solutions is smooth and effective. Manages performance of the direct reports through regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of continuous improvement projects and engagement, motivation and development of team.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required

Work Experience

5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 9PL Position for Continuous Improvement Related Skills Accountability, Adaptability, Agile Methodology, Business Acumen, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Understanding, Change Management, Consultative Communication, Executive Presence, Influence, Prioritizes Effectively, Problem Solving, Program Management, Relationship Management, Resource Planning

Company Overview

TIAA Global Capabilities was established in 2016 with a mission to tap into a vast pool of talent, reduce risk by insourcing key platforms and processes, as well as contribute to innovation with a focus on enhancing our technology stack. TIAA Global Capabilities is focused on building a scalable and sustainable organization , with a focus on technology , operations and expanding into the shared services business space. Working closely with our U.S. colleagues and other partners, our goal is to reduce risk, improve the efficiency of our technology and processes and develop innovative ideas to increase throughput and productivity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

Our Culture of Impact At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.

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