Process Improvement Project Analyst Principal

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Process Improvement Project Analyst Principal based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead enterprise-level transformation initiatives that improve operational performance, customer outcomes, and organizational effectiveness. The Process Improvement Project Analyst Principal will drive complex process improvement programs using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, data-driven analysis, and change leadership practices. Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, this position will identify opportunities, design future-state processes, and deliver measurable business impact. The role plays a key part in building a culture of continuous improvement by establishing best practices, coaching teams, and advancing operational excellence capabilities. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced transformation leader who thrives on solving complex challenges and creating sustainable organizational change. The position provides the chance to influence strategy, improve healthcare operations, and shape scalable solutions within a purpose-driven environment.

Accountabilities:: The Process Improvement Project Analyst Principal will serve as a strategic leader responsible for driving large-scale process transformation initiatives, improving organizational capabilities, and delivering measurable outcomes. This role combines operational excellence expertise, stakeholder influence, and analytical problem-solving to create sustainable improvements across the organization.

Lead enterprise-wide and highly complex cross-functional transformation initiatives using Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.

Identify process improvement opportunities, define future-state operating models, and deliver measurable financial, operational, customer, and employee outcomes.

Partner with senior and executive leaders to shape strategic decisions, align stakeholders, and drive successful transformation efforts.

Establish and maintain continuous improvement standards, frameworks, tools, dashboards, reporting structures, and value measurement practices.

Develop and execute improvement strategies that support operational maturity, scalability, and long-term business performance.

Apply healthcare, industry, and operational insights to identify emerging opportunities and influence strategic priorities.

Mentor and coach process improvement professionals and business partners in Lean Six Sigma methods, project execution, facilitation, and change leadership.

Build organizational capabilities through training, governance, knowledge sharing, and advancement of continuous improvement practices.

Use advanced analytics, data visualization, and business insights to validate root causes, measure results, and guide decision-making.

Support enterprise change initiatives by promoting adoption, sustainability, and long-term benefit realization.

Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced process improvement leader with strong analytical capabilities, business acumen, and a proven ability to influence enterprise-level change. This role requires expertise in Lean Six Sigma, transformation management, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Healthcare, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

7+ years of experience in process improvement, Lean Six Sigma, business analysis, operational excellence, or project management.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.

Experience leading complex enterprise and cross-functional transformation initiatives.

Strong ability to analyze ambiguous business challenges, establish solutions, and deliver measurable improvements.

Advanced proficiency in data analysis, statistics, visualization, and translating insights into business actions.

Excellent executive communication, facilitation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and build alignment across diverse teams.

Strong coaching and mentoring abilities with experience developing continuous improvement capabilities.

Strategic thinker with strong business judgment, systems thinking, and change leadership skills.

Experience in healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, regulated industries, or large-scale operational environments preferred.

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, Operations Management, Data Analytics, or a related field is preferred.

Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification is a plus.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent advanced project/program management certification preferred.

Experience with automation, artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, process mining, business intelligence, or advanced data science tools is beneficial.

Experience building enterprise continuous improvement programs, centers of excellence, or operational excellence frameworks is preferred.

Familiarity with organizational change management methodologies such as Prosci or ADKAR is a plus.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring work visa or residency sponsorship.

Benefits:

Competitive salary range of approximately $94,000 – $160,000 annually , based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Remote work opportunity with flexibility.

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage and employee support programs.

Retirement and financial wellness benefits.

Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and continuous learning.

Ability to work on impactful transformation initiatives that improve healthcare operations.

Collaborative environment focused on innovation, purpose, and operational excellence.

Opportunities to influence enterprise strategy and develop organizational capabilities.

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