Job DescriptionWe 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.
QualificationsRequired 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
Additional InformationWhy Join Us- 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
