Business Improvement Strategist

The Business Improvement Strategist in the field of Construction is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing organizational processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across departments. This role focuses on developing clear and effective processes in areas such as purchasing, accounts payable, receiving, accounts receivable, forecasting, project management, estimating, preconstruction, and craft leadership. The Business Improvement Strategist collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify process gaps, propose solutions, and implement improvements that align with organizational goals.

• Process Analysis:
  Evaluate existing processes in purchasing, accounts payable, receiving, accounts receivable, accounting, forecasting, project management, estimating, preconstruction, and craft leadership to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, or risks.
• Process Design:
  Develop and document streamlined, standardized processes to improve operational performance and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with stakeholders, including Business Unit Managers, department managers, and team members, to gather requirements, validate process designs, and ensure buy-in for proposed changes.
• Implementation and Training:
  Support the rollout of new or revised processes, including creating training materials, conducting workshops, and providing ongoing support to ensure successful adoption.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process effectiveness and track improvements over time.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Proactively identify opportunities for further process optimization and recommend innovative solutions, leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Documentation:
  Maintain clear, detailed process documentation, including workflows, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides.
• Project Support:
  Contribute to cross-functional projects by providing process expertise and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  3-5 years of experience in process analysis, business process improvement, or a related role, preferably in areas such as purchasing, accounts payable, or project management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to map and analyze complex processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools and/or business process management (BPM) software.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Spectrum, SAP, Oracle, Net Suite) a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Certified Business Process Professional (CBPP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent

This role may require occasional travel to collaborate with teams at different locations.

This role is in-office with limited remote work options.