Operational Excellence Manager (Temporary)

Pay: $63.50/hour

Benefits:

Accrued Paid Sick Leave
6 Major Holidays after 90 days of employment

Company/Position Overview: Our client, a real estate investment company that invests in logistics facilities, is seeking a long-term temporary Operational Excellence Manager. This position is responsible for driving performance improvements and leading strategic business initiatives, focusing on change management and Lean methodologies. This position blends operational expertise with change management principles to deliver measurable and sustainable results across the organization. Someone successful in this role will be well-versed in the language of Lean and be motivated and passionate about talent development. This position is hybrid, 1 day in-office on Tuesdays in Downtown Denver, CO. Applicants must live in the Greater Denver Metro area. Equipment will be supplied by the client (laptop).

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST with the flexibility to support meetings with other time requirements**
Tuesday required in-office day
Start: ASAP
Assignment Length: 6-months with the possibility of an extension

Job Duties:

Lean & Process Improvement:

Implement Lean methodologies to drive process optimization and operational efficiency across multiple departments.
Facilitate value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and other Lean tools to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Lead kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles to cultivate a culture of ongoing process refinement.

Operational Strategy & Execution:

Support senior leadership in executing operational strategies that improve key performance metrics, enhance customer value, and drive long-term business growth.
Use data analysis to uncover process inefficiencies and develop actionable insights to improve business outcomes.
Explore the integration of new technologies, including automation and AI, to further streamline processes and increase operational agility.
Drive the progress and impact of improvement initiatives, ensuring they deliver measurable business results.
Flexibly assume project management responsibilities as needed to ensure seamless execution of initiatives, including timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and deliverable tracking.

Change Management:

Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies within the organization.
Develop and execute change management plans, including communication strategies, training, and stakeholder engagement to support successful project implementations.
Collaborate with leadership to assess the impact of changes, identify resistance points, and create actionable mitigation strategies.
Serve as a change agent, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement across all levels of the business.

Required Qualifications:

2 + years’ experience in a similar role
Bachelor’s degree in Business Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma, with the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Proven ability to lead change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and training
Ability to leverage data analytics to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive informed decision-making
Strong analytical skills, with experience interpreting data and providing insights for operational improvements
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and departments
Demonstrated commitment to talent development and fostering the growth of teams through coaching and mentorship
A curiosity for learning and growing in change management, lean methodologies, and other critical operational skill sets

Preferred Skills:

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent
Change Management certification
Experience leading kaizen events and facilitating process improvement workshops
Professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while creating clarity for project teams

J. Kent Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer