Manager, Digital Transformation

Safe-Guard Products International; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Wellness Programs

Ongoing Training & PersonalDevelopment

Job summary

Safe-Guard Products International seeks a Manager, Digital Transformation to design, optimize, and lead organizational changes across operations in the Atlanta area. You will guide a dedicated change squad and work with leaders to understand processes, provide expert guidance, manage a team, and drive adoption of transformative changes.

The role requires hands-on process engineering, lean methodologies, and strong leadership and communication skills to deliver efficiency, quality, and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in process engineering with success in optimization projects.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in process engineering, project management, or team leadership roles.
• Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks.
• Strong analytical problem-solving ability with a focus on data-driven decisions.
• Familiarity with project management tools and change management methodologies (ADKAR, Kotter’s 8-Step Process).
• Superior communication skills to articulate ideas across levels of the organization.
• Adept at stakeholder management and cross-department collaboration.
• Comfort with ambiguity and fast-evolving environments.
• Experience in Automotive, Insurance, or Financial Services industries.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated change squad implementing strategic organizational and process changes.
• Analyze current processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and compliance.
• Engage with stakeholders across levels to understand needs and feedback on processes and changes.
• Foster a collaborative environment and build consensus around proposed changes.
• Design and implement process modifications with minimal disruption to operations.
• Monitor and report effectiveness of changes; adjust as needed using data.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D to ensure alignment and execution of improvements.
• Develop and execute change management strategies and drive stakeholder buy-in.
• Lead training, workshops, and programs to enable adoption of changes.
• Develop metrics to report progress and outcomes to senior leadership.
• Align business objectives with digital technologies while encouraging collaboration and innovation.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process optimization

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Change management

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ADKAR

Kotter’s 8-Step Process

Job description

External Job Title: Manager, Digital Transformation

Internal Job Title: Manager, Business Transformation

Location: Atlanta, Ga (Sandy Springs- Hybrid)

FLSA: Exempt

Company Overview

Safe-Guard Product International serves Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), top retailers, and independent agents in the automotive finance and insurance industry with the leading Protection Products Platform. Our platform delivers innovative protection products and solutions that protect consumers from the perils of ownership, while providing Finance & Insurance professionals the tools to ignite scalable and sustainable business growth. Safe-Guard’s success is driven by over 850 employees, who serve more than 12,000 dealers and support contract holders across the U.S. and Canada.

For 30 years and counting, our team continues to transform the motor vehicle space, earning a stellar reputation from our partners and peers by providing: 1) the highest quality protection products in the industry, 2) a broad platform of branded product, technology, marketing, and training solutions, and 3) an unwavering commitment to uncomplicated care and customer service.

Job Overview

In this dual-role position, you will not only design, optimize, and enhance operational processes but also lead a "change squad" dedicated to driving organizational and process transformations. You will apply a consultative mindset to collaborate with operational leaders and other leaders across the firm to, understand their processes, provide expert guidance on potential enhancements, manage a team and drive the successful adoption of changes. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on both operational efficiency and organizational growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated "change squad" focused on implementing strategic organizational and process changes
• Analyze current processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and compliance
• Engage proactively with stakeholders across all levels to understand their needs, challenges, and feedback related to process and change initiatives
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages input, addresses concerns, and builds consensus around proposed changes
• Design, implement, and optimize process modifications, driving seamless integration with minimal disruption to ongoing operations
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of process changes, making data-driven adjustments as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, quality, and R&D) to ensure alignment and smooth execution of process improvements
• Develop and execute change management strategies, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and minimizing resistance
• Help drive training, workshops, and support sessions to equip team members and affected parties with the skills and knowledge needed for successful change adoption
• Help craft and develop metrics to report on the progress, challenges, and outcomes of change initiatives to senior leadership
• Aligning business objectives and roadmaps with the appropriate digital technologies while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Business, or in a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in process engineering, with a demonstrated track record of successful process optimization projects
• At least 3 years of leadership experience, preferably in process engineering, project management, or team leadership roles
• Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other leading process improvement frameworks
• Strong analytical problem-solving ability, with a focus on data-driven decision making
• Familiarity with project management tools and change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter’s 8-Step Process)
• Superior communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences, from team members to executive leadership
• Adept at stakeholder management and building consensus across departments
• Comfort with ambiguity and a knack for thriving in an iterative, fast-evolving environment
• Experience in the Automotive, Insurance, or Financial Services Industries
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Community Service Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Personal Development
• And More!

Safe-Guard Products International is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.