Lean Six Sigma Project Manager

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Lean Six Sigma Project Manager to lead high‑impact, cross‑functional process improvement initiatives across the region. This role is a key contributor to advancing operational excellence, delivering measurable business outcomes, and reinforcing a strong, listening‑driven culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate brings strong execution capabilities, a future‑focused mindset, and the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and frontline teams in a remote, matrixed environment—leveraging modern tools, automation, and AI where appropriate to design scalable, sustainable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Lean Six Sigma projects from initiation through sustainment, ensuring alignment with regional and enterprise strategic priorities.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies (DMAIC, Kaizen, value stream mapping, root cause analysis) to improve quality, efficiency, cost, and customer outcomes.
• Identify, design, and define new or re‑engineered processes that leverage automation, digital solutions, and AI‑enabled capabilities to reduce waste, improve consistency, and support scalability.
• Partner closely with functional leaders and stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities and develop clear problem statements, success metrics, and benefit targets.
• Drive change management and adoption through strong stakeholder engagement, influence without authority, and clear communication.
• Track, validate, and communicate project outcomes, including financial and non‑financial benefits.
• Support capability building by coaching project teams and, as appropriate, mentoring Green Belt and Yellow Belt practitioners.
• Collaborate with the Six Sigma Region Leader to prioritize initiatives, manage the project pipeline, and support regional operational excellence objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading process improvement or operational excellence initiatives in complex organizations.
• Demonstrated success delivering measurable improvements across multiple functions (e.g., operations, quality, supply chain, finance, customer experience).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a remote, matrixed environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience designing or implementing automated, digitally enabled, or AI‑supported processes as part of continuous improvement or transformation initiatives.
• Experience working in large, multi‑site or regional organizations.
• Familiarity with change management principles and senior‑level stakeholder engagement.
• Strong financial acumen, including benefit validation and ROI tracking.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or similar platforms).

Key Competencies

• Executive‑level communication and presentation skills.
• Strong facilitation and influencing capabilities.
• Results‑driven mindset with disciplined execution.
• Innovative, forward‑thinking approach to process design.
• High degree of ownership, accountability, and professionalism.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.

Benefits

• Opportunity to drive visible, measurable impact on regional performance.
• Strong leadership sponsorship and commitment to continuous improvement.
• A culture grounded in listening, responsiveness, and thoughtful action.
• Fully remote role with meaningful exposure to senior leadership.