4,280 Senior Operational jobs in the United States

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Overview:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering required

Certification/Licensure

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.
• Rapid Improvement, Reengineering, Process Redesign, CQI, Business Development, Benchmarking, Productivity Improvements, Technology Breakthroughs, Prosci preferred.

Experience

• 5 years of experience required in process improvement engineering and mapping. Experience with workflow redesign, labor management and productivity, change management, Vizient benchmarking, project management, and data analysis preferred.
• Must understand the operational, financial, and human resource implications of large-scale change efforts. Previous successful experience with large-scale change efforts required.

Mission Statement: "Operational Process Improvement leverages engineering methodologies and expertise in operations and processes to drive enterprise-wide improvements in strategic initiatives, cost reduction, revenue enhancement, resource utilization, and consumer experience."

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Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

As a Process Improvement Manager within our Operations Excellence team, you will be a key player in driving operational efficiency and change delivery. Your role will involve leveraging your deep understanding of process improvement principles to identify trends, generate innovative solutions, and reduce risk. You will use your advanced data analytics and storytelling skills to communicate complex ideas and influence decision-making. Your ability to build and manage a diverse team will be crucial in coordinating work across different parts of the department. With your proficiency in artificial intelligence foundations, you will guide the use of AI systems in process improvement initiatives. Your role will have a wide-ranging impact on our operations, financial management, and service delivery, contributing to the overall success of our organization.

Job responsibilities

• Lead and deliver training programs and client solutions related to Operational Excellence, including lean management operating systems, human capital development, audit readiness, process modeling and Organizational Change Management (OCM).
• Lead the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives, utilizing advanced data analytics to identify operational inefficiencies, providing impactful recommendations and coaching to client teams as they implement recommendations.
• Utilize storytelling skills to effectively communicate complex process improvement strategies and changes to diverse stakeholders, influencing decision-making and fostering understanding.
• Leverage proficiency in artificial intelligence foundations to guide the integration of AI systems in process improvement initiatives, ensuring they generate accurate and contextually appropriate outputs.
• Oversee the end-to-end change management process, from strategic communications to lasting stakeholder impact mitigation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Build deep, trust-based advisory relationships with key client stakeholders and senior leaders, ensuring their satisfaction throughout the engagement.
• Lead one or more client projects, including managing multiple associates / analysts across several workstreams and developing team members both formally and informally, including serving as a mentor.
• Collaborate with your team to build hypothesis sets, analyses, and roadmaps for solutions.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing process improvement or re-engineering programs, with a focus on operational efficiency and risk reduction, supported by over 7 years of proven experience.
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics, with a demonstrated ability to interpret models and make inferences from data to drive continuous improvement.
• Expertise in Lean Management, Human Capital Development, and Organizational Change Management, or another Operational Excellence discipline.
• Strong executive-level communication skills and presence.
• Proven experience in managing diverse teams, with a focus on fostering an inclusive environment and coordinating work across different parts of a department.
• Proficient in the application of artificial intelligence in process improvement initiatives, with a focus on optimizing the performance of AI systems.
• Demonstrated ability in leading end-to-end change management processes, including strategic communications, influencing others, and mitigating stakeholder impact.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Internal and/or external consulting experience.
• Project management/change management experience.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to identify and implement process improvement opportunities across departments.
• Drive innovation by developing and applying creative solutions to enhance process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Utilize systems thinking to analyze complex processes and identify areas for optimization and integration.
• Use agile methodologies to iteratively develop and refine process improvements, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to change.

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

Job Responsibilities

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Food Science, Agriculture, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or similar field of study.

Work Environment

• Position requires the physical agility to perform continuous lifting up to 15 pounds, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.

• Work is performed within a manufacturing plant environment with noise, extreme temperatures, and significant movement of powered equipment, people and conveyor.

• Position requires the physical ability to stand/walk for duration of required work hours.

• Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Participants will be introduced to the company's operations, productions, supply chain, engineering and quality functions that will foster the skills and knowledge needed in preparation for a successful career in their respective track, while simultaneously making valuable contributions to the organization. Potential placement after successful completion of the program includes a variety of professional roles in the operations, production, quality, supply chain or engineering.

Job Responsibilities

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Food Science, Agriculture, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or similar field of study.

Work Environment

• Position requires the physical agility to perform continuous lifting up to 15 pounds, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.

• Work is performed within a manufacturing plant environment with noise, extreme temperatures, and significant movement of powered equipment, people and conveyor.

• Position requires the physical ability to stand/walk for duration of required work hours.

• Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Job Responsibilities

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• Previous internships within the industry.

• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable and open to change.

• Have strong problem solving, communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility, as you may be required to relocate as part of this program.

• Demonstrates leadership in day-to-day operations and projects in each department rotation.

• Brings suggestions for continuous improvement to rotation departments.

• Identifies and seizes new opportunities through the program.

• Seeks out feedback from leaders and peers to guide individual development planning.

• Collaborates with leader to develop and adjust rotation schedule.

• Makes connections with department leaders and builds valuable cross-departmental relationships.

• Gains business insight quickly and applies knowledge of business and marketplace to advance the organization's goals

• Participates in professional skills development opportunities, such as learning sessions, training courses, and stretch assignments.

• Conducts a final presentation on key learnings from department rotations and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Food Science, Agriculture, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or similar field of study.

Work Environment

• Position requires the physical agility to perform continuous lifting up to 15 pounds, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.

• Work is performed within a manufacturing plant environment with noise, extreme temperatures, and significant movement of powered equipment, people and conveyor.

• Position requires the physical ability to stand/walk for duration of required work hours.

• Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Title: Operational Buyer Direct III

Location: Vacaville, CA 95688

Duration: 06 Months

Description Summary:

Proactively manage the performance of raw material suppliers, to ensure the Material Requirement Plan can be realized. Ensure relevant Procurement Master Data is available and maintained in SAP so the Material Requirements Plan (MRP) can be calculated reliably and the PO creation process can be as effective as possible. Support the category manager and strategic buyers to implement their supply strategies. Cooperate closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice queries.

Job duties:

• Monitor & track supplier performance and feedback to strategic buyers and/or category managers
• Support the implementation of supplier changes and other initiatives led by Central Category managers and Site Strategic Buyers
• Collaborate with the broader procurement team to ensure all relevant material & vendor master data and outline agreements are available in SAP and are up to date
• Manage all Level 2 vendor escalations, including but not limited to:
• Expediting delivery confirmation dates that don’t meet our MRP and production needs
• MRP driven delivery date “Push Out” or “Pull In”
• Late or missing PO confirmations
• Pricing Discrepancies
• Delivery and Shipping related issues and inquiries
• Manage Vendor performance, driving improvements on time delivery, quality conformance, and other compliance issues
• Manage and resolve Vendor Returns (RMA, Cost Recovery, Replacements)
• Perform regular open order review meeting with Vendors
• Manage AP Inquiries (Invoice issues, etc.)
• Support internal cross-functional stakeholders to onboard and approve new raw materials and supplier
• Lead competitive bid process (per applicable policy) and/or execute RFx market interventions
• Lead supplier negotiations for low value contracts with supplier
• Train new joiners and junior colleagues
• Supervise more junior colleagues in the team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Customer service mindset and ability to manage several priorities simultaneously
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new skill sets
• Working knowledge of general business practices
• Experience and knowledge of both Operational Procurement and Purchasing of Direct (Raw Materials) (e.g. Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order Process)
• Conducting competitive bid processes
• Experience of managing suppliers and carrying out low value negotiations
• Able to persuade and influence suppliers to achieve best outcome for client
• Hands on experience of using SAP ERP in a purchasing/procurement role
• Hands on experience of using Microsoft Office
• Ideally APICS or equivalent MRP Planner certificate

Job Title: Operations Specialist

Location: New York, NY

Company: allwhere

Allwhere is a D.E. Shaw backed tech startup transforming the way companies manage IT assets. As a member of our Operations team, you'll help ensure the right devices get to the right people, wherever they are in the world. You'll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and a variety of tech platforms to make that happen with speed, accuracy, and world-class service.

We're looking for sharp, motivated individuals who are ready to launch their careers in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. If you're passionate about process, thrive on details, and enjoy solving complex logistical puzzles, you'll feel right at home here. This is your chance to make an impact and grow with a team that’s building something exciting from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure product is flowing on time to customers across multiple regions across the globe.
• Process and accurately manage data related to IT assets, incoming shipments, and outgoing deliveries.
• Prioritize and execute tasks effectively on a daily basis, with a constant focus on delivering the best customer experience.
• Utilizing various 3 party partner systems to place orders, track inventory and interact with customers.
• Prepare various reports and data to support operations team and company SLAs.
• Maintain meticulous records and files to ensure compliance and facilitate auditing processes.
• Perform root cause analysis of key bottlenecks and failure points.
• Drive process improvements across the operations team using data and technology.
• Work collaboratively across multiple operations departments to ensure excellent communication and process execution. 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental objectives and organizational needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 to 3 yrs professional experience.
• Previous experience in a supply chain, operations, logistics, IT or technology industry is a plus.
• Prior experience or a strong desire to work at a high growth start up.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in data analytics to extract meaningful insights.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of IT hardware, tools, and technology is a bonus.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.

Join our team at allwhere and contribute to a fast growing operations team in a dynamic and collaborative work environment. If you possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About Grip:

Grip is redefining cold-chain logistics for direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce brands. Founded in 2022 by former ButcherBox executives, Grip combines advanced technology with a nationwide fulfillment network to optimize the shipping of perishable goods. Our proprietary Smart Logistics Engine analyzes over 25 million data points daily—including weather patterns, carrier performance, and real-time temperatures—to make intelligent, package-level shipping decisions. Grip's Pulse Order Management System (OMS) offers real-time inventory tracking, batch traceability, and seamless integration with platforms like Shopify. This end-to-end solution provides brands with complete visibility and control over their supply chain, eliminating the need for multiple third-party tools. With temperature-controlled fulfillment centers strategically located in New Jersey, Texas, California, Michigan, Florida, and Nevada, Grip can reach over 80% of the U.S. population within 24 hours. Our mission is to empower DTC brands to scale efficiently by providing innovative logistics solutions tailored to the unique challenges of shipping.

About the Role:

The Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in managing the daily operations of our

warehouse, ensuring seamless workflows from receiving to picking, packing, and shipping

orders. This position is essential for guaranteeing that all orders are fulfilled with precision

and delivered on schedule, upholding the highest quality standards. Additionally, the

Operations Specialist addresses client inquiries, oversees special projects, and monitors

key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide comprehensive performance reports.

Specific responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end fulfilment process, ensuring orders are shipped accurately and on time.
• Continuously evaluate and improve warehouse processes to reduce errors.
• Work closely with client experience team to address client inquiries such as fulfillment
• issues, receiving questions, etc.
• Execute special projects such as overseeing new clients or product launches.
• Address specific issues that impact orders and develop solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee regular inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to order fulfillment and inventory

management.

• Provide regular updates to management on operational performance issues.
• Implement and monitor quality control checks through the fulfillment process.
• Maintain relationships with local carrier stations to manage issues related to pick-ups
• and last-minute changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Managment, or a related field.
• Experience in warehouse operations, fulfillment, or logistics.
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes from receiving to shipping.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Grip is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to complying with all applicable non-discrimination laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just provide medicine: we change lives for the better. People with serious mental or chronic illness - and those who care for them - have moving stories, and at Genoa we become their voice, their partner. Working as part of a coordinated care team, we partner with community-based providers and others to ensure that people with complex health conditions get the right medications and are able to follow their treatment plans. Our personalized services - in-clinic pharmacies, medication management and more - are leading the way to a new level of care.

Genoa is a pharmacy care services company that is part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group's family of businesses. We are part of a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to making the health system work better for everyone. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Changing the world takes dedication like you'd never believe. And we've got 260,000 people giving it all they've got every single day. As an Operational Trainer, you'll be responsible for making sure our evolving training needs are met to keep our level of effort high and our progress moving forward. If you're up for the challenge, join us now and find out what it is like to have the support and resources of a Fortune 6, industry leader.

Primary Responsibilities:

• This role will be traveling to different sites in Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa
• Assess the training and organizational development needs within a function (e.g. claims)
• Participate in the development of training programs and classroom materials
• Provide leadership within the classroom or virtual classroom environment
• Report training metrics and generate training related reports

You'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:

• High school diploma (or GED)
• National pharmacy certification (ex: PTCB certification)
• Must be willing to obtain additional state licenses as needed

Reside in Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Illinois, or Iowa

• Ability to travel 80%

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of presentation and facilitation experience
• Adult classroom training experience
• Experience with virtual presentations

Pay 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 hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour 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.

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