Operations Excellence Business Partner

Operations Excellence Business Partner

As an Operations Excellence Business Partner, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and optimizing business processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, streamline workflows, and drive a culture of operations excellence throughout the organization.

This position is remote based and can be located anywhere in the continental US. Up to 50% travel expected.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $135,000 annually, plus a 30% bonus opportunity. Please note that the base salary will vary based on geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's experience.

Primary Job Accountabilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of current business processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Develop and implement strategies to streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and enhance productivity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to gather input, analyze data, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Lead or support cross-functional teams in implementing process changes and monitoring progress towards operational goals.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Utilize continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma to drive operational excellence initiatives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of process improvements and identify further optimization opportunities.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on best practices for process improvement and operational excellence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions for operational challenges.
• Develop collaborative and supportive relationships with internal business partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of direct or indirect leadership of people or process
• Proven experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or related roles.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and identify actionable insights.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen preferred.
• Must have the ability to develop people and build effective teams.
• Has the ability to develop successful strategic initiatives and gain approval for some from Executive Management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, result-oriented mindset.
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be comfortable with diversity and respectful of a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. Ability to develop, support and maintain a diverse work culture.
• % of Time Traveling 50%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Service industry experience
• Multi-location management
• Salesforce experience
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or other relevant professional certifications.
• Project Management experience including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree

Inclusive Employer At Restaurant Technologies, we celebrate diversity, believe in equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law."

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Restaurant Technologies is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our comprehensive benefits include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We've cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We've earned recognition as a "Best Place to Work," by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota's Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we've earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner.

Restaurant Technologies is the leading provider of highly innovative and value-enhancing bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. Our solution is environmentally sound, highly efficient and creates a safer, more productive work environment for restaurant personnel. With over 35,000 existing customers we are an established, profitable mid-sized company poised for double-digit growth in the coming year. We are headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota with a growing number of sites strategically located across the U.S. serving over 41 metropolitan markets.