Senior Manager, Operational Excellence

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5 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Information Technology
The Role
Leads enterprise operational improvement initiatives from problem definition through sustained execution. Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, risk and control assessment, operating-model and governance design, cross-functional implementation, effectiveness measurement, executive decision support, transformation readiness, and capability development. The role also provides independent client feedback and supports consulting propositions. Candidates need strong analytical, communication, project management, and cross-functional leadership skills; Lean Six Sigma certification, especially Black Belt, is preferred.
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Responsibility:


Leads enterprise operational improvement from problem definition through sustained execution. Provides objective assessment, root-cause analysis, governance, operating-model design, cross-functional alignment, implementation support, and effectiveness measurement to ensure complex initiatives deliver measurable operational value.


  • Enterprise problem solving: Leads cross-functional improvement from problem definition through implementation, governance, and effectiveness measurement.
  • Operational assessment and risk: Identifies root causes, control gaps, failure points, adoption barriers, and material business risks across quality, workforce, compliance, CX, and performance.
  • Governance and operating model design: Builds scalable playbooks, workflows, RACIs, standards, decision rights, performance routines, and escalation paths.
  • Implementation and effectiveness: Translates findings into actions, owners, checkpoints, adoption measures, and outcome tracking; supports sustainable BAU handoff.
  • Executive decision support: Partners with senior leaders to pressure-test assumptions, develop business cases, synthesize complex information, and convert ambiguity into executable plans.
  • Transformation and capability enablement: Evaluates readiness, adoption, ROI, and operating impact of transformation initiatives while developing OpEx analytical and problem-solving capability.
  • Client Sentiment: Provides independent support and feedback to Clients on Business challenges to deliver a Conduent Consultancy proposition

Requirements:

  • Graduate Diploma, Bachelor' s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in any field
  • Proven experience as a Manager, Operational Excellence or similar role 
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Relevant certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, Project Management Certification is a plus
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is preferred
About Us

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

About the Team

Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.

For US applicants: People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for or compete for employment with Conduent may request such accommodation(s) by submitting their request through this form that must be downloaded:  click here to access or download the form.  Complete the form and then email it as an attachment to [email protected]. You may also click here to access Conduent's ADAAA Accommodation Policy.

Skills Required

  • Graduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in any field
  • Proven experience as an Operational Excellence Manager or in a similar role
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Relevant Lean Six Sigma or project management certification
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Conduent Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conduent and has not been reviewed or approved by Conduent.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad, with multiple plan options, preventive care at 100%, telemedicine access, behavioral health support, and wellness resources.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, sick days, volunteer time, and parental leave are included, offering multiple avenues for rest and personal needs.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks include childcare and commuter benefits, fitness stipends, discount programs, an Employee Assistance Program, and a remote work program that support overall wellbeing.

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The Company
HQ: Florham Park, NJ
29,452 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of businesses and governments — creating exceptional outcomes for its clients and the millions of people who count on them. Through process, technology and our diverse and dedicated associates, Conduent solutions and services automate workflows, improve efficiencies, reduce costs and enable revenue growth. It’s why most Fortune 100 companies and over 500 government entities depend on Conduent every day to manage their essential interactions and move their operations forward. At Conduent, we are one team with one mission. When you join Conduent, you are engaged in creating the future — both our company’s and your own. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and thrive through experiences and formalized learning programs.

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