Senior Process Improvement & Automation Strategist

Slalom Build

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 145,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k) with a match

Health, dental, & vision coverage

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Job summary

Slalom Build is seeking an experienced automation and process-improvement consultant to partner with business and technology leaders in designing scalable solutions. You will drive measurable outcomes using Six Sigma, process mining, and root-cause analysis, while leading workshops to align requirements and prioritize opportunities.

You will develop data-driven business cases, design low-code and automation solutions (Power Platform, UiPath), and advise on AI-enabled workflows.

Qualifications

6–10 years of experience in process improvement, business analysis, or automation consulting.
Ability to work across business and technical teams in complex, matrixed environments.
Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
Hands-on experience with low-code and automation tools such as Power Platform and UiPath.
Experience applying process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, DMAIC, value stream mapping).
Ability to translate complex business challenges into structured, practical solutions across people, process, and technology.
Comfort working with data to generate insights, build business cases, and support decision-making.
Experience evaluating and applying different automation approaches (RPA, APIs, low-code, AI/agentic automation).
Understanding of emerging AI trends and how they are transforming business operations and process improvement.
Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience working with executive stakeholders.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teams.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or process improvement certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with business and technology leaders to assess current-state processes, identify inefficiencies, and design practical, scalable solutions
Lead process improvement efforts using methodologies like Six Sigma, process mining, and root cause analysis to drive measurable outcomes
Facilitate workshops and stakeholder sessions to align on requirements, prioritize opportunities, and build consensus on transformation initiatives
Develop data-driven business cases that quantify the value of automation, AI, and process improvements
Design and implement low-code and automation solutions (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform, UiPath) to improve operational efficiency
Advise clients on when and how to apply automation, AI-assisted workflows, or autonomous/agentic AI solutions for maximum impact
Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned to governance and operating model standards
Drive adoption through strong stakeholder engagement, clear communication, and effective change management
Define and monitor performance metrics (KPIs) to track value realization and identify ongoing improvement opportunities
Contribute to innovation by sharing best practices, developing reusable assets, and staying current on emerging automation and AI trends