Director Six Sigma

Job ID: 101002092880Posted: 2026-09-23Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $134,600 - $230,800/yearJob Area: Project/Program ManagementCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.No industry is moving faster than health care, and Optum is uniquely positioned to lead it forward. The Optum Financial Planning and Analysis Re-engineering team is seeking a Director, Six Sigma to lead the redesign and re-engineering of forecasting and financial planning initiatives across Optum segments. In this role, you will lead Six Sigma projects to transform current-state processes into near real-time financial reporting capabilities. You will drive process re-engineering to leverage best-in-class AI solutions and world-class financial processes that deliver measurable business impact and incremental IOI.Primary Responsibilities:Re-engineer and redesign forecasting and financial planning & analysis initiatives to enable near real-time financial statements across a segment of OptumDrive Optum process re-engineering to ensure best-in-class AI solutions and world-class processes resulting in incremental IOILead Six Sigma projects to perform process re-engineering efforts and direct the implementation of future-state processesAnalyze complex current-state operational processes, document process gaps, and present strategic recommendations to executive leadershipCollaborate across finance, accounting, and business teams to align core financial workflows with modern AI and automation capabilitiesEstablish metrics, governance structures, and process controls to monitor operational performance and ensure sustained project outcomesYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Six Sigma Belt certification (e.g., Black Belt or Master Black Belt) or Big 4 Senior Manager level experience in the AI re-engineering space10+ years of experience in accounting and finance re-engineering and/or advisory services in the accounting and finance space5+ years of experience in finance, forecasting work, and/or re-engineering of financial processesExperience in AI re-engineering and applying automation technologies to business workflowsExpert-level knowledge of AI capabilities, emerging technologies, and practical enterprise applicationsProven excellent communication skills with proven ability to document current state, identify gaps, and deliver executive-level presentationsPreferred Qualifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification2+ years of healthcare industry experienceTrack record of driving large-scale enterprise transformation projects with quantifiable return on investmentPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $134,600 - $230,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.