Director, Process Improvement Jobs

Explore Director, Process Improvement opportunities for experienced leaders who help organizations work smarter, improve performance, and deliver lasting change. These executives assess business operations, identify inefficiencies, and lead initiatives that streamline processes across teams and functions. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on operational excellence, transformation, and continuous improvement.

What Does a Director of Process Improvement Do?

A Director of Process Improvement develops and leads strategies to make workflows more effective, consistent, and scalable. Responsibilities may include mapping processes, analyzing performance data, setting improvement priorities, and partnering with senior leaders to implement solutions. Directors often oversee cross-functional programs, establish measurable goals, and ensure that improvements deliver tangible results in quality, cost, speed, and customer experience.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strategic leadership, change management, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills. Experience with methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or business process management can be valuable, along with the ability to use data and performance metrics to guide decisions. Many positions require a track record of leading complex initiatives, influencing stakeholders, and building a culture of continuous improvement.

Career Opportunities in Process Improvement

Director-level roles can be found across industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, technology, logistics, and professional services. Depending on the organization, the position may focus on enterprise transformation, operational excellence, quality improvement, process automation, or customer experience. Directors may also progress into broader operations, transformation, or executive leadership roles.

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Browse Director, Process Improvement jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use job search filters to explore roles by location, industry, and other preferences, and find a position aligned with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize processes, and achieve strategic objectives while fostering a collaborative culture and continuous improvement acros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of Lean Thinking, and collaborating with site leadership to drive safety, reliability, and cost reduct...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $233K *

Drive enterprise change strategy and execution for a large-scale transformation, overseeing a team of change management professionals to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies ac...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of creating and executing a dynamic automation project portfolio, leading a skilled engineering team to successfully implement innovative automation solutions across multiple manufactur...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer initiatives to lead advanced automation projects, crafting and guiding a skilled engineering team to enhance production across multiple sites while fostering collaboration and system optimizat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Innovate with a dedicated team to lead and execute a comprehensive automation project portfolio across multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing efficiency and productivity through strategic initiatives...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in executing automation projects across multiple facilities, building a high-performing engineering team to enhance manufacturing processes and drive operational excellence within the...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $85K *

Manage and coordinate New Capital Investment projects in a technical environment. Leverage project management expertise to track progress, analyze data, and communicate effectively across teams, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$142K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by leading enterprise-level digital solutions, shaping engineering direction, and influencing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative customer experiences across web and mob...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic Project Management team while driving client satisfaction and operational excellence. Enhance our bioscience initiatives, collaborate across teams, and shape...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence in laboratory services, driving quality, safety, and efficiency across the region. Lead strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and enhance patient care while mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, driving accountability, and fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Partner with leadership to optimize performance and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing lab team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and employee engagement while optimizing performance metrics and fostering a culture of collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $230K *

Lead the technology strategy for dairy ingredient processes, driving innovation and operational excellence across a distributed team while collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance manuf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$139K - $189K *

Lead the charge in transforming core business processes globally by deploying and supporting a unified process management platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure measurable excellence and en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $212K *

Accelerate progress at a global business transformation initiative, leading the deployment and support of Signavio to standardize and enhance core processes, while driving cross-functional collaborati...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $212K *

Lead the end-to-end deployment of a process management program that standardizes business processes and supports a global transformation initiative. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful integ...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $215K *

Lead and innovate in medical product development, managing a diverse portfolio of projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive scientific objectives, ensure accountability, and navigate...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $166K *

Lead and mentor a team of program managers, driving client program success and operational excellence. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and achieve strategic goa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $166K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team of program managers, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring high-quality deliverables while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare integration by leading product management for innovative interoperability solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, drive product strategy, and en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading customer quality initiatives, driving root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance across multiple...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $129K *

Drive process excellence in Preconstruction and Construction Execution by leveraging lean management and Six Sigma methodologies. Collaborate globally to benchmark and improve operational processes, e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$170K - $180K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance performance management, forecasting, and accountability across the commercial organization, driving profitable growth and ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $140K *

Drive the operational strategy and execution of clinical training programs, ensuring effective onboarding and continuous improvement across diverse teams. Lead a proactive team to enhance workforce re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Process Improvement do?question toggle

    A Director of Process Improvement leads efforts to analyze and optimize business processes. The role typically includes identifying inefficiencies, coordinating cross-functional changes, setting performance measures, and tracking improvements in areas such as cost, quality, productivity, and customer experience.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Process Improvement jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek substantial experience leading operational or business transformation, strong analytical and communication skills, and a record of delivering measurable improvements. Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, process management, or change management may also be preferred.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Process Improvement?question toggle

    These professionals work in many sectors, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, technology, logistics, and professional services. The scope and priorities vary by organization and may include operational excellence, quality, automation, or enterprise-wide transformation.

  • How much do Director, Process Improvement jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so browse current listings for salary details and opportunities that match your qualifications.

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    Search Ladders for Director, Process Improvement openings and use available filters to narrow results by location, industry, and other preferences. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information.