Business Process Manager

SPECTRAFORCE; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Business Process Manager to drive lean methodologies across the organization.

The BPM will lead process mapping, change management, and CI initiatives, partnering with leadership to achieve cost reductions and efficiency gains.

This onsite role requires a Black Belt, 7+ years of CI experience, and a proven track record in transforming operations in complex environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, SCM, Business Admin, Engineering, Economics or related field.
• Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• 7+ years experience in developing and implementing CI programs.
• Preferred: Master Black Belt or Lean Six Sigma certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive BPM strategy including process mapping and change management.
• Establish and communicate the BPM vision, providing strategic direction for LEAN or Six Sigma CI initiatives.
• Deliver sustainable change by focusing on strategic priorities to maximize value.
• Lead large LEAN or Six Sigma transformations across the organization.
• Empower internal teams to create sustainable capability and promote continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of LEAN Six Sigma and change leadership throughout the organization.
• Identify end-to-end improvement opportunities and design processes with maximum value.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Change management

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, SCM, Business Admin, Engineering, Economics or related field

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Job description

Position Title: Business Process Manager

Work Location: Tucson, AZ, 85755

Assignment Duration: 24 months

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary

This requisition is for an onsite, experienced Business Process Manager. The Business Process Manager (BPM) will play a critical role in driving lean methodologies and practices across the organization's business processes.

This position works with various members of the leadership team to institutionalize continuous improvement (CI) practices within the entire organization. This position will represent the organization to serve as a champion/role model for change. This position will identify projects, lessons learned, or best practices that can be replicated for deployment in all areas. This position will focus on training stakeholders, implementing lean principles, enhancing operational efficiency, and realizing cost reductions. This role demands a proactive influencer who can inspire a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & drive the business process management (BPM) strategy, including process mapping and change management framework for process improvement.
• Establish and communicate the business process vision, providing strategic direction and leadership to drive LEAN or Six Sigma continuous improvement in alignment with organisational goals.
• Deliver sustainable change by focusing on strategic business priorities to maximise business and commercial value.
• Lead and drive large LEAN or Six Sigma business transformations.
• Empower and upskill internal teams to create sustainable capability, and promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement as part of new and improved ways of working.
• Foster a continual process improvement LEAN Six Sigma culture throughout the organisation and serve as a champion/role model for change. Build and train culture using continuous improvement methodology.
• Identify end to end process improvement opportunities and facilitate the design of new processes that creates the greatest value for the organisation in terms of customer service, performance excellence, accountability and compliance.
• Build capabilities throughout the organization to improve processes, drive efficiencies and create measurable financial returns.
• Assist in design of innovative solutions that will enable the organisation to improve financial and service delivery performance, associate and guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Assess organisational performance and determine root cause(s) of performance issues. Proactively identify and work to remove barriers that slow or prevent the successful attainment of goals and objectives.
• Maintain close relationships with Leadership Community to drive support, buy-in, and promote transparency. Works cross-functionally with business leaders and process owners to deliver improvement opportunities.
• Provides training and Process Improvement guidance to the rest of the organisation.
• Drive strategic data-driven decisions, adding value and contributing to team successes and clear business outcomes.
• Document lean processes, changes, and improvements meticulously & prepare and present reports on lean initiatives, efficiency gains, and cost savings to senior management. Utilize visual management tools to communicate progress and outcomes effectively.

Qualification & Experience

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or related field.
• Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• 7+ years demonstrated experience with increasing responsibility in developing and implementing successful continuous improvement programs

PREFERRED

• Lean Six Sigma or Master Black Belt certification
• Experience in a regulated industry developing and implementing process improvements