Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement

Alliant; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant seeks a seasoned Continuous Improvement professional to drive enterprise-wide process optimization and client satisfaction. You will lead a cross-functional team, partner with IT and operations, and deliver measurable efficiency gains.

With seven-plus years of related experience and Lean/Six-Sigma and PMP credentials, you will shape project scopes, manage budgets, and foster a culture of ongoing improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus 7+ years related work experience.
• Lean/Six-Sigma belt(s) strongly preferred.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
• Continuing Education requirements for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a continuous improvement program aligned with business strategies.
• Plan and lead large-scale projects to deliver best-in-class service.
• Analyze workflows and client deliverables to identify opportunities and define scopes.
• Evaluate methodologies, implement innovative solutions, and adjust processes.
• Collaborate with IT and operations to execute activities within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Track performance and conduct post-mortem evaluations to drive enhancements.

Skills

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Planning & organizing

Stakeholder collaboration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Lean/Six-Sigma Belt(s)

Portfolio Management Professional (PMP)

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for delivering increased efficiencies and innovation across the organization through ongoing and continuous process improvement efforts resulting in streamlined business operations and greater client satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the development and leadership of a continuous improvement program that incorporates key business strategies and process improvement standards.
• Strategizes, plans, and leads large-scale, complex projects to deliver 'best in class service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyzes operational projects regarding internal business processes, day-to-day operation framework, and client deliverables to identify opportunities for improved workflow, and develop project scopes and objectives.
• Delivers process improvement by evaluating and monitoring ongoing methodologies, providing innovative solutions, and adjusting workflows to meet internal and external stakeholder needs.
• Evaluates, sources, and implements various tools and resources to enhance client experience and improve workflow.
• Partners with internal resources such as the IT and business operations teams to ensure project-related activities are executed in accordance with requirements, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Partners closely with senior management in the development and execution of business unit strategies.
• Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long term goals.
• Completes post-mortem project evaluations to gauge overall success; identifies areas for improvement and incorporates enhancements into process.
• Collaborates effectively with all levels of the organization and communicates appropriately to key stakeholders.
• Fosters a culture of continuous process improvement across the organization.
• Engages with staff by motivating/mentoring, providing employee training and feedback, and creating an environment of collaboration and a sense of urgency to improve ways of working.
• Stays abreast of key external industry activities to ensure compliance within our processes and services.
• Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enter and maintain complete and accurate information).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Seven (7) or more yearsrelated work experience
• Must continue to meet Continuing Education requirements for renewal
• Lean/Six-Sigma Belt(s) strongly
• Portfolio Management Professional (PMP)

SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and time management skills
• Excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Ability to collaborate well with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead a team and foster teamwork