Distribution Center - Operational Excellence Analyst

CVS Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 43,888 - 85,068; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a process improvement specialist to identify bottlenecks and drive CI initiatives across manufacturing and distribution operations. You will analyze data, apply Lean tools, and develop dashboards to support data-driven decisions while collaborating on safety, quality, and delivery improvements.

The role emphasizes standard methodologies, cross-functional teamwork, and hands-on change management, with a strong focus on reporting accuracy and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, and basic problem-solving tools.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Supports identification of operational bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and safety risks.
• Performs data analysis and root cause problem solving to support improvement opportunities.
• Assists with implementation of safety, quality, and delivery improvements at the site level.
• Applies Lean and CI tools (time studies, labor standards support, slotting analysis, layout reviews, 5S) to improve workflows.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets operational data to support improvement initiatives.
• Supports CI events (Kaizen, value stream mapping) and follows standard methodologies as directed.
• Supports multiple improvement projects by managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assists with change management activities including communications, documentation, and training materials.
• Tracks actions, risks, and progress and escalates issues to senior team members as needed.
• Develops operational reports and dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Excel) with guidance.
• Maintains data standards and supports accurate reporting for decision making.

Skills

Lean principles

5S

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain management, or related technical field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

WMS/ERP/MES database experience

Job description

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

Safety, Quality & Delivery

• Supports identification of operational bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and safety risks.
• Performs data analysis and root cause problem solving to support improvement opportunities.
• Assists with implementation of safety, quality, and delivery improvements at the site level.

Process Engineering & CI Execution

• Applies Lean and CI tools (time studies, labor standards support, slotting analysis, layout reviews, 5S) to improve workflows.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets operational data to support improvement initiatives.
• Supports CI events (Kaizen, value stream mapping) and follows standard methodologies as directed.

Project & Change Support

• Supports multiple improvement projects by managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assists with change management activities including communications, documentation, and training materials.
• Tracks actions, risks, and progress and escalates issues to senior team members as needed.

Data & Reporting

• Develops operational reports and dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Excel) with guidance.
• Maintains data standards and supports accurate reporting for decision making.
• WMS, ERP, MES, LMS systems and database structure experience.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, and basic problem-solving tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel; exposure to Power BI, SQL, or similar tools.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required (engineering, supply chain mgmt. or related technical field preferred).

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$43,888.00 - $85,068.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/30/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.