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Summary:
The Continuous Improvement Partner plays a key role in supporting the analysis and enhancement of existing business processes to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to help identify improvement opportunities, assist with project execution, and contribute to the development of scalable solutions. The position supports a culture of continuous improvement within the assigned business unit.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve service quality.
- Conduct basic to intermediate-level data analysis and workflow mapping to evaluate current processes.
- Apply process improvement tools and methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to support project goals.
- Prepare process documentation, including process maps, SOPs, and summary reports.
- Participate in the implementation of improvement initiatives, monitoring progress and helping to resolve issues.
- Track and report on the outcomes of process improvement efforts using defined metrics and KPIs.
- Collaborate with senior team members, including the Sr. and Lead Continuous Improvement Partners, to drive alignment with organizational objectives.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in process improvement and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
- Relevant degree preferred; advanced degree desired.
- 2 or more years of relevant experience required.
- Strong expertise in Lean and other process improvement methodologies, with a proven track record of delivering measurable results.
- Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept to completion.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changing business needs and priorities.
- Willingness to travel.
Estimated Hiring Range:
At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $68,500.00 to $116,300.00.This position is also incentive eligible.
Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:
http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers
Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
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What We Do
Vizient, Inc., the nation’s largest health care performance improvement company, serves more than 50% of the nation’s acute care providers, which includes 97% of the nation’s academic medical centers, and more than 20% of ambulatory care providers. Vizient provides expertise, analytics and advisory services, as well as a contract portfolio that represents more than $130 billion in annual purchasing volume.
Vizient is based in Dallas and has offices in 20 metropolitan areas across the United States. We have 4,000 employees with a breadth of expertise, experience and compassion, who are eager to develop and implement solutions that advance health care for the greater good.
