Strategic Projects Consultant

BrightSpring Health Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services seeks a Strategic Projects Consultant to drive its most critical initiatives, including Merger & Acquisition integrations, productivity improvements, and cost-elimination efforts. This highly visible role reports to the Executive Committee and partners with senior leadership and department heads to deliver strategic outcomes.

The role requires 3–5 years of consulting experience, strong PMO skills, and advanced MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3-5 years of consulting experience is a plus.
• Six Sigma, PMP, and/or Change Management certification preferred.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office suite products.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic business initiatives from mergers & acquisition integrations, cost elimination, and productivity improvements under senior leadership guidance.
• Assist executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation.
• Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, including schedules, scopes, budgets, and implementation plans.
• Improve processes and coordinate organizational procedures for efficiency and productivity.
• Serve as liaison between staff and executives on project updates and planning.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with outside operators and vendors.
• Monitor resources and escalate risks to management as needed.
• Maintain weekly project status reports with milestones and next steps.
• Research and analyze complex issues and evaluate data to propose new strategies for project delivery.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Change management

PMO experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Executive PMO is looking for a forward-thinking, independent Strategic Projects Consultant who will work on BrightSpring's most strategic initiatives including Merger & Acquisition Integrations (50%), Business & Workforce Productivity (30%), and Strategic Cost Elimination (20%). This is a highly visible role working under the guidance of the Executive Committee, Senior Leadership and department heads. Strategic Project Consultants on the Executive PMO team are high-performers and are identified as future leaders within BrightSpring's portfolio of businesses.

Our Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Overview

The Executive PMO is looking for a forward-thinking, independent Strategic Projects Consultant who will work on BrightSpring's most strategic initiatives including Merger & Acquisition Integrations (50%), Business & Workforce Productivity (30%), and Strategic Cost Elimination (20%). This is a highly visible role working under the guidance of the Executive Committee, Senior Leadership and department heads. Strategic Project Consultants on the Executive PMO team are high-performers and are identified as future leaders within BrightSpring's portfolio of businesses.

Responsibilities

Objectives of this Role

• Oversee strategic business initiatives ranging from mergers & acquisition integrations, strategic cost elimination, and business and workforce productivity, under the guidance of senior leadership and departmental heads
• Assist and communicate with executives in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation
• Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans
• Improve current processes and coordinate organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between staff, executives, and senior leaders regarding project updates, proposals and planning
• Develop and maintain partnerships with outside operators - including business owners and third-party vendors
• Monitor and assign resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed - escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans
• Maintain weekly project status reports including progress on important milestones, next steps and risks/ issues
• Research and analyze complex issues surrounding the processes and systems of an organization
• Evaluate data and metrics to propose new strategies to improve project delivery and develop reports that portray and give external stakeholders visibility into the project landscape
• Work at multiple organizational levels, ranging from executives to the frontline operators, working across functional areas, and understanding the needs and requirements across the organization
• Make recommendations surrounding improving processes, efficiency and practices that align with BrightSpring's goals and compliance standards
• Ensure necessary and appropriate steps are taken to resolve difficulties which may impede progress or compromise achievement scheduled milestones
• Work closely with assigned teams on process improvement and proactively engage with stakeholders to identify and monitor progress and issue resolution

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Certification

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's degree is a plus
• 3-5 years of consulting experience is a plus
• Six Sigma, PMP, and/or Change Management certification preferred
• Advanced user of Microsoft office suite products

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills with high attention to detail, organization, timeliness, and accuracy
• Strong understanding of information technology platforms and information systems
• Exercises independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work according to applicable regulations, company policies and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of current industry trends, standards, and practices with strong business acumen
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel internal and external to the company including at an executive level
• Capability of working responsibly with highly confidential information and of maintaining composure under duress
• Strong personal computer skills, including spreadsheet and database usage, Excel and MS Office tools
• Ability to utilize new tools and technologies in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong multi-tasking ability

Personal Attributes

• Must be proficient in use of office equipment including, but not limited to telephone, computer, calculator, or copier
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to conduct research into hardware and software issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail

About Our Line Of Business

BrightSpring Health Services provides complementary home- and community-based health solutions for complex populations in need of specialized and/or chronic care. Through the Company's service lines, including pharmacy, home health care, and rehabilitation, we provide comprehensive and more integrated care and clinical solutions in all 50 states to over 475,000 customers, clients and patients daily. BrightSpring has consistently demonstrated strong and industry-leading quality metrics across its services lines, while improving the health and quality of life for high-need individuals and reducing overall healthcare system costs. For more information, please visit www.brightspringhealth.com . Follow us on Facebook , LinkedIn , and X .