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Engagement Manager - Transformation & Process Optimization (Chicago)

Part-time

RK Management Consultants, Inc.

Now Hiring: Engagement Manager – Transformation & Process Optimization

Location: Chicago, IL

⏳ Duration: 6+ Months

Engagement: Contract

We’re looking for an experienced Engagement Manager to join an Analytics & Innovation team and lead enterprise transformation, process optimization, continuous improvement, and data-driven problem-solving initiatives.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead transformation and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma, structured problem solving, process analysis, and change management.
  • Manage project plans, workstreams, milestones, risks, dependencies, and business outcomes.
  • Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment and execution.
  • Facilitate workshops and translate complex business problems and data into actionable recommendations.
  • Apply Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making to improve processes and performance.
  • Coach and guide analysts and industrial engineers while influencing without formal authority.
  • Develop business cases, performance measures, and sustainable improvement solutions.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 4+ years of relevant experience in transformation, process improvement, operations, consulting, project management, or analytics.
  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence .
  • Strong project and workstream management experience.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills .
  • Ability to influence, coach, and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.

⭐ Preferred

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • PMP or strong project management experience
  • Engineering, Technology, or Business degree
  • Experience with data analytics, automation, or digital transformation
  • Experience in airline, aviation, transportation, or logistics
  • Prior mentoring, project leadership, or informal team leadership experience

Key Skills

Transformation | Process Improvement | Lean Six Sigma | Operational Excellence | Project Management | Continuous Improvement | Root Cause Analysis | Change Management | Stakeholder Management | Data Analytics | Business Process Optimization

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