573 Cost Reduction jobs in the United States

Founded in 2017, Obsidian Security was created to close a critical gap: securing the SaaS applications where modern business happens-platforms like Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and hundreds more.

Backed by top investors including Greylock, Norwest Venture Partners, and IVP, we've built a complete SaaS security platform to reduce risk, detect and respond to threats, and prevent breaches at the source. Our team includes leaders who helped define the categories of endpoint and identity security at CrowdStrike, Okta, Cylance, and Carbon Black.

Now, we're transforming how SaaS is secured-in the era of agentic AI.

Today, Obsidian is trusted by global enterprises like Snowflake, T-Mobile, and Pure Storage. We protect more than 200 organizations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand-including many of the world's largest Fortune 1000 and Global 2000 companies.

With strong global momentum, a growing partner ecosystem including SentinelOne, Databricks, and Google Cloud, and a major fundraise on the horizon, we're scaling quickly toward long-term growth and IPO readiness. Join us as we define the future of SaaS security!

Senior Software Engineer (Platform - System Optimization & Cost Reduction): We are looking for a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer to optimize our data pipelines for improved stability, scalability, and cost efficiency. You will play a critical role in tuning ElasticSearch, Databricks, Cassandra, Kafka, and Kubernetes while collaborating closely with Engineering, DevOps and product teams. Your work will directly impact the performance and efficiency of our infrastructure, ensuring that optimizations align with a superior user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and enhance data pipeline stability, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• Work on performance tuning and cost reduction of ElasticSearch, Databricks, Cassandra, Kafka, and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with engineering and product leaders to align optimization efforts with business goals, ensuring no adverse impact on user experience.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in data platform engineering, with a focus on data pipeline optimization.
• Proven expertise in ElasticSearch, Databricks, Cassandra, Kafka, and Kubernetes.
• Experience with AWS cost optimization.Solid understanding of distributed systems, databases, and performance tuning.
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Golang and their respective libraries.
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD and Argo CD.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Employee Benefits

Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home. Our US based employees enjoy:

• Competitive compensation with equity and 401k
• Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage
• Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off
• 12 weeks of new parent or family leave
• Personal and professional development resources

For more details on our US benefits, or for information on our international benefits, please see here.

Pay Transparancy

Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for equity awards and may be eligible for sales commission or incentive compensation based on the role or function within the company.

At Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact

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Base Salary Range

$149,000-$208,000 USD

Founded in 1892, B. F. Saul Company has been one of the most successful privately-owned real estate companies in the United States. Our growth has been the results of a commitment to exacting standards and the belief that knowledge of the marketplace, when paired with the ability to commit to substantial resources, will bring exceptional rewards. B. F. Saul Company has a variety of skilled professionals within the following operating divisions, Property Management, Leasing, Hospitality Group, Residential, Insurance, Construction & Development. The B. F. Saul Company concentrates on ownership, development, and construction of commercial real estate.

Position Description :

The Project Manager, Procurement and Cost Analysis is responsible for the review, negotiation, and management of contracts and agreements as well as the coordination and management of projects for the Hospitality Group, with a specific focus on cost saving initiatives. This person works closely with fellow corporate team members and field management through each phase of assigned projects and leads the efforts across the Hospitality Group to drive cost efficiencies and vendor relations.

Specific Responsibilities :

Responsibilities will vary based on operational needs with a specific focus on contracts and agreements including effectively maintaining contracts. vendor relations and budgeting support. Each set of six months’ goals will be updated to identify major responsibilities for the position during that time period.

As this position splits its focus between procurement and project management, the goals from one time period to the next may vary significantly. With each project, specific core requirements will remain the same:

Procurement and Cost Analysis:

• Maintain contracts and vendor relationships to ensure proper compliance by vendors and the B. F. Saul Hospitality Group.
• Communicate with key stakeholders and the Hotel General Managers on contracts, requirements, key impacts enabling proper execution and expectations.
• Negotiate contracts using multiple vendors to find the best option for the long-term good of the company.
• Establish strategic purchasing programs and procedures and monitors utilization with the use of BirchStreet.
• Continuously seeks opportunities to create alternative revenue streams and/or implements programs that impact GOP.
• Special focus on utility rates and contracts including awareness of current market conditions and futures market.
• Leads Procurement meetings and uses advanced knowledge to discuss vendor performance gaps and establishes corrective actions.
• Contributes to capital and operating budgets yearly.
• Maintains an accurate contract database that is consistently reviewed to ensure renewals are executed on time.
• Community and industry involvement that enhances his/her professional network and benefits the strategic interest of the B. F. Saul Hospitality Group.

Project Management:

• Coordination of the scope, design and timing of each major project with Assistant Vice President of Hotel Performance Support and all other relevant stakeholders (e.g. Vice President of Operations, Regional Directors, Corporate Director of Food & Beverage, General Managers, third party consultants and business partners).
• Communication of project status effectively to the appropriate corporate staff members and Hotel General Managers.
• Assembling appropriate supporting documentation for each project.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem solving of each phase of project development and implementation across all relevant projects

Performance Standards :

The effectiveness of this position will be measured by the timely completion of specific project goals and action plans. By creating “SMART” goals, the measurement of achievement and timeline for each project will be clear from the outset.

Tracking and demonstrating savings through the B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group’s P&L will be a key measure of performance.

Reporting Relationship :

This position reports directly to the Assistant Vice President of Hotel Performance Support.

Career Track :

The Hotel Operations Procurement & Project Manager has several potential career paths with our organization.

1. Director of Hotel Performance Support

1. AVP of Hotel Performance Support

1. Capital Asset Manager

Position Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience

Education Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Hospitality Management or Business

$90,000/year - $120,000/year

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.

B. F. Saul Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an environment that recognizes employees’ unique skillsets and ensure that all employees have an equal opportunity to grow and advance.

If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact or .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

You Will:
- Advocate for, engage your team within and enforce Conagra's safety and quality program.
- Understand the mechanical aspects of your line allowing for basic troubleshooting
- Communicate any potential line concerns for safety, efficiency or risk promptly
- Engage your team in learning the line and producing the best products, while growing within Conagra
- Coordinate line training opportunities
- Use an enterprise resource planning platform (prefer SAP) to log production tasks
- Partner with maintenance, leaders and staff to guide production and participate in opportunities for improvement
You Have:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly, stand and walk for up to 12 hours
- Proficient in written and verbal English language
- Minimum one year Microsoft Office experience
- Have at least one year of manufacturing leadership experience
**Compensation:**
Pay Range:$59,000-$78,000
_The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees._
**Anticipated Close Date:**
August 31, 2025
**Our Benefits:**
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
+ Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
+ Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
+ Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
+ Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
**Our Company:**
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

You Will:
- Advocate for, engage your team within and enforce Conagra's safety and quality program.
- Understand the mechanical aspects of your line allowing for basic troubleshooting
- Communicate any potential line concerns for safety, efficiency or risk promptly
- Engage your team in learning the line and producing the best products, while growing within Conagra
- Coordinate line training opportunities
- Use an enterprise resource planning platform (prefer SAP) to log production tasks
- Partner with maintenance, leaders and staff to guide production and participate in opportunities for improvement
You Have:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly, stand and walk for up to 12 hours
- Proficient in written and verbal English language
- Minimum one year Microsoft Office experience
- Have at least one year of manufacturing leadership experience
**Compensation:**
Pay Range:$59,000-$78,000
_The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees._
**Anticipated Close Date:**
August 31, 2025
**Our Benefits:**
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
+ Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
+ Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
+ Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
+ Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
**Our Company:**
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Process Improvement Manager
Description:
**Position Title:**
Process Improvement Manager
**Pay Rate** :
$69,500 - $2,600 (USCORE)
_Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP's annual incentive plan._
**Category/Shift** :
Salaried Full-Time
**Physical Location:**
Putnam, CT
**The Job You Will Perform:**
+ Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The PIM is also responsible for leading the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems, and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives.
+ Work with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.
+ Provide support by leading the plant safety team. Also, support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires. Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations.
+ Manage internal auditing processes.
+ Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
+ Actively participate in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication. Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.
**The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree required.
+ 3-5 years experience manufacturing experience; preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
+ Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams
+ Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies
+ Builds Effective Teams
+ Business Insight
+ Drives Results
+ Courage
+ Customer Focus
+ Manages Complexity
+ Optimizes Work Processes
**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
**The Career You Will Build:**
Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company
**The Impact You Will Make:**
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're **Proud to be IP** .
**The Culture You Will Experience:**
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
**The Company You Will Join:**
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were 18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.
**_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._**
**_International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact_** ** ** **_or ( ._**
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Location:
PUTNAM, CT, US, 6260
Category: Manufacturing
Date: Aug 22, 2025
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Process Improvement Lead
Date: Aug 8, 2025
Location:
Weston, United States, Florida, 3331
Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals
Job Id: 61600
**Who we are**
Together, we're on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It's a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world's leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization's Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we're always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.
**The opportunity**
Under limited supervision, responsible for establishing, leading and executing assigned continuous process improvement initiatives, acting as a liaison between operational and technical teams to identify, analyze and translate business needs into high quality process improvement solutions. Assists with establishing business cases and ROIs, consulting with the business in order to propose recommendations for senior management approval.
How you'll spend your day
All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position by any incumbents with reasonable accommodation if necessary. Any non-essential functions are assumed to be included in other related duties or assignments.
+ Leads cross-functional teams tasked with solving business issues which require operational and/or technical solution providing subject matter insight with regards to operational process, policies/regulatory changes, and/or system functionality
+ Analyzes, documents and maps operational processes through workflows. Capture pertinent process step details so that opportunities for process improvements, benchmarks, key performance indicators, current metrics, and target objectives can be defined
+ Utilizes Six Sigma / DMAIC and related techniques to define improvement opportunities where deemed appropriate
+ Contributes in strategic meetings to review, evaluate, and/or propose new business opportunities through the implementation/enhancement of operational and/or technical solutions, which are intended to improve customer relationships and operating efficiencies while reducing costs
+ Creates and drives improvement plans to completion
+ Develops, maintains, and provides process expertise in order to deliver knowledge transfer to cross-functional operational and technical areas for skill development
+ Carries out responsibilities according to the organization's policies and procedures, best practices, as well as in accordance with state, federal, and local laws, including applicable safety rules and regulations
+ Performs other duties as assigned by Management
**Your experience and qualifications**
+ **Bachelor's degree** or current enrollment in an accredited program in **Engineering, IT or a related field**
+ Minimum of three (3) to seven (7) years in Continuous Process Improvement and/or Data Analysis experience
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
+ Conducting thorough analyses to identify areas for improvement, develop actionable solutions, and guide strategic decisions
+ Ability to collect and analyze requirements to ensure successful project outcomes
+ Process reengineering lifecycle methodologies and documentation
+ Six sigma/DMAIC and/or continuous process improvement methodologies
+ Project Management skills highly desired
+ Evaluating and analyzing business needs to research problems' root cause and to identify improvement opportunities based on data driven analysis
+ Ability to influence without authority
+ Ability to clearly communicate and present, both orally and in writing, with all levels of the organization
+ Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with cross-functional teams.
+ Complies with company policies, practices and procedures, including safety rules and regulation.
+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
+ Handling multiple duties and assignments
+ Proficiency in process mapping and analysis tools
+ Ability to lead and manage change initiatives
+ Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
+ English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
Travel Requirements:
+ Approximately 5% domestic travel throughout the US
Physical Requirements:
Occasional:
+ Sitting for extended periods of time at workstation or mobile equipment
Visual Acuity:
+ Perform activities such as computer work, preparing and analyzing data, and extensive reading
Working Environment:
+ May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed on site visits (i.e. safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)
**Enjoy a more rewarding choice**
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
+ Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls
+ Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan
+ Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time and holidays
+ Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance
+ Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more
The total compensation may also include restricted stock units and discretionary awards, depending on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
**Already Working @TEVA?**
If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so, your application will be treated with priority. You will also be able to see opportunities that are open exclusively to Teva employees. Use the following link to search and apply:Internal Career Site ( internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.
**Teva's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment**
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.  
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 
**Important notice to Employment Agencies - Please Read Carefully **
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities.  All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 
EOE including disability/veteran

**Category :** **Client Operations**
**About TP**
**TP is a global, digital business services company. We deliver the most advanced, digitally powered business services to help the world's best brands streamline their business in meaningful and sustainable ways.**
**With more than 500,000 inspired and passionate people speaking more than 300 languages, our global scale and local presence allow us to be a force of good in supporting our communities, our clients, and the environment.**
**Benefits of working with TP include:**
+ **Paid Training**
+ **Competitive Wages**
+ **Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and more)**
+ **Paid Time Off**
+ **Employee wellness and engagement programs**
**TP and You**
**Through a balanced high-tech and high-touch approach blended with deep industry and geographic expertise, we make people's lives simpler, faster, and safer. We help companies adapt quickly to changing needs, and are inspired to deliver only the best in all that we do. You will become a key contributor in making that happen.**
**Did you know that our Chief Client Officer started her career at TP as an agent and advanced to the pinnacle of the company? At TP, the sky is the limit!**
**Your Responsibilities**
**The Process Improvement Lead will own and manage a stream of incoming requests from customer facing agents and will work with internal and external tools and teams to provide a timely and accurate response. The Process Improvement Lead will create, update and help develop a workflow for a specific CIR process. This is a pivotal role in the customer support process and is a critical part of the end to end customer service delivery experience. The analyst will work closely with all key stakeholders especially the client and support the business. The individual in this role will be a strong communicator, comfortable in clearly articulating the agent and customer point of view and someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment.**
+ **End to end process management (creating, updating, maintaining)**
+ **Managing communication and project management when required.**
+ **Assess, triage and take ownership of investigating and responding to requests from customer facing teams for escalation support**
+ **Be an expert in escalation triage, validation and agent support**
+ **Maintain contact with and manage communications appropriately with all stakeholders in the agreed process**
+ **Use data to analyse trends and develop insights which will improve the process and provide a better agent and user experience**
+ **Act as a subject matter expert for a specific process, CIR and suggest and implement process improvements**
+ **Constant communication between ourselves and the internal teams and operating as the middleman between Agent and Internal Team for most cases that are escalated to the internal team.**
+ **Use data to analyze trends and develop insights leading to improve the process and provide a better agent and user experience**
+ **Provide targeted training to agents on process, products or services**
**Recommended Skills**
+ **Strong product/ tools/ process knowledge.**
+ **Process driven thinking and designing**
+ **Experience in an online operation, project management or online escalations environment**
+ **Maintains calm focus and communicates effectively**
+ **Strong communicator and presentation skills**
+ **Comfortable in managing escalations stakeholder**
+ **Awareness of the importance of data and key performance metrics**
+ **Ability to perform in a complex, high-stakes, fast-paced environment**
+ **Drive escalations through defined process to resolution**
+ **Drive change in an unstructured environment**
**BEST Skills**
**Process Excellence**
**Collaboration**
**Communication**
**Emotional Intelligence**
**Open-Mindedness**
**Critical Thinking**
**Solution Orientation**
**Entrepreneurship**
**AI Proficiency**
**Data Literacy**
**Be Part of Our TP Family**
**It is our mission to always provide an environment where our employees feel valued, inspired, and supported, so that they can bring their best selves to work every day. We believe that when employees are happy and healthy, they are more productive, creative, and engaged. We are committed to providing a workplace that is conducive to happiness and a healthy work-life balance. We also believe that to be our best selves, we need to be surrounded by people who are positive, supportive, and challenging. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels welcome and valued.**
**TP is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, **_"I can't live without them."_**
Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's **People First** culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!
**Location:**
850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315
**Job Description:**
**Position Summary**
This position will identify and analyze inefficiencies and bottlenecks in retail workflows and business processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, increase system usage, and improve customer experience by working cross-functionally and implementing process improvements.
**Here's What You'll Do**
+ Identify retail store process opportunities and workflows to review, analyze, and maximize productivity and system usage.
+ Perform engineering practices and processes within the stores.
+ Maintain documentation of process changes and create standard operating procedures.
+ Collaborate with store leadership, business operation teams, and corporate departments to develop and execute process changes effectively while not interrupting business continuity.
+ Create new programs and processes and review/test for implementation.
+ Monitor, measure, and report on the impact of process improvements using data-driven approaches, adjusting as needed.
+ Facilitate workshops and change management initiatives to support continuous improvement within retail stores.
+ Participate and support special projects and strategic initiatives.
+ Provide ad hoc financial analysis as requested.
+ Additional duties as requested.
**Here's What You'll Need**
+ Bachelor's degrees in business administration, Analytics or related field or equivalent work experience.
+ 5+ years of experience in business role including analysis and financial experience including Retail store experience.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Workforce Management tools.
+ Experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Total Quality Management (TQM), preferred.
+ Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis, budgeting, and planning.
+ Strong attention to detail.
+ Excellent project management capabilities and the ability to lead multiple initiatives and projects.
+ Ability to travel up to 50%.
+ Familiarity with retail performance indicators such as shrink rates, sales per square foot, and customer satisfaction scores.
**Physical Requirements:**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.
As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package ( .
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
**SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a** **People First** **culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments - food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates nearly 200 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers with convenience stores. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit** **spartannash.com** **.**
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require assistance or an accommodation of any kind to complete an application, please contact us at

The general salary range for this position is $44,000 - 62,000. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education.

Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist for the Trust/Estate team within the Office of the General Counsel. In this position you will optimize processes, as needed, and instill a culture of continuous improvement throughout the Trust/Estate team/department by working collaboratively with the that team in analyzing and optimizing processes.

Responsibilities:
• Identify performance metrics to capture relevant data to demonstrate the effectiveness of each process improvement engagement, Measure, analyze, and evaluate existing processes, collect data to identify root causes, perform cost benefit analysis, and identify improvement opportunities develop metrics to measure critical success factors;
• Lead the teams on projects that focus on reducing waste, balancing risk, streamlining processes, and where applicable, enhancing customer satisfaction, Lead on multiple projects, studying ways to make improvements to one or many steps to increase productivity, reduce costs, improve time management, or make needed changes to other aspects of the process;
• Participate in the development, improvement, implementation, and training of standardized process improvement methods to team members;
• Facilitate process improvement meetings and workshops, including business process reengineering sessions, brainstorming sessions, and various process improvement events, as needed, or requested;
• Create & present a project storyboard to clearly explain what, why & how the project will be completed;
• Create both paper and database files for new estate matters including entering basic information into database; scanning relevant documents into database; searching Humane World for Animals membership database for record(s) and entering applicable information and history into files. Forward new file to designated member of the estate administration team or further action and provide necessary information to other departments, including Philanthropy and Accounting;
• Receive estate/trust account statements, update account balance in required database files and, based upon pre-established guidelines, file statements, forward to designated member of the estate administration team, and/or provide information to Accounting department. Assist estate administration team with matters related to the annual review by outside auditors;
• Receive and review for clarity all K-1 Schedules and Forms 1099 before forwarding to accounting and filing. Record all incoming checks and update appropriate database with date deposited or forwarded;
• Regularly monitor estates/trusts email folder, forward information to designated member of the estate administration team for any further action. On request, obtain additional information from, or provide information to, insurance/annuity companies, financial institutions, estate fiduciaries, attorneys, Humane World for Animals and Humane World for Animals affiliate employees, etc. Receive and process all incoming estate-related mail;
• Maintain current database files and lists for all estates and related matters.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Two (2) years Administrative Assistant experience (preferably in legal environment);
• High School Diploma with the equivalent experience;
• Excellent organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detail with respect to documents and files;
• Ability to handle sensitive materials and information with discretion and confidentiality;
• Ability to work efficiently with a very large number of files daily, the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time sensitive deadlines and deliverables;
• Excellent use of the English language, organizational, and oral and written communication skills. Attention to detail and commitment to excellence, demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
• Ability to communicate successfully, effectively, and diplomatically with people of all educational and experience levels;
• Proficient in the latest version of Microsoft Office, particularly using Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in a ROI database application preferred. Ability to learn new software programs as needed;
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member;
• Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations and resolve problems creatively, effectively, and proactively;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently, as part of a team, and with all levels of the organization. Flexibility with willingness to learn and anticipates the needs of self and staff;
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive;
• Ability to move/lift to and including 30 pounds.

This position is located in the DC Metro area and must be able to work 3 days a week in our Washington DC office.

Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE