Black Belt Project Manager (Remote Anywhere US)

Great companies need great teams to propel their operations. Join the group that solves business challenges and enhances the way we work and grow. Working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values your contributions and puts a premium on work flexibility, learning, and career development. 

Summary

Your role in our mission

Project Management:

• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Predict resources needed to reach objectives, ensure resource availability and allocation, and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
• Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Report and escalate to management as needed
• Identify possible project risks; recommend and implement risk mitigation solutions as approved and as appropriate
• Perform other duties as required
• Expected travel up to 25%

Operational Excellence:

• Identify and execute against performance improvement opportunities across the enterprise using contemporary process improvement tools
• Demonstrates experience in applying contemporary improvement techniques and producing results
• Assesses current business performance against enterprise’s business strategy
• Works with multiple teams of business practitioners to synthesize findings, develop improvement recommendations, and lead execution of initiatives
• Collaborates with customers and suppliers on improvement projects

What we're looking for

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a healthcare and/or technical discipline
• 3-8 years of experience in project management and/or process improvement with proven ability to lead change through both direct and indirect influencing abilities
• 3-8 years of experience working with project management methodologies and tools and leading largescale projects, such as project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and project management software
• 3-8 years of experience working with lean six sigma methodologies and tools and leading process improvement projects, such as waste identification and removal, defect (variation) identification and removal, value stream mapping, process mapping mistake proofing, hypothesis testing, statistical process control, and visual management
• Fluency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education and/or training related to the above essential functions
• Certifications in lean six sigma, project management, and/or quality
• 8+ years of experience in project management and/or process improvement with proven ability to lead change through both direct and indirect influencing abilities
• 8+ years of experience working with project management methodologies and tools and leading largescale projects, such as project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and project management software
• 8+ years of experience working with lean six sigma methodologies and tools and leading process improvement projects, such as waste identification and removal, defect (variation) identification and removal, value stream mapping, process mapping mistake proofing, hypothesis testing, statistical process control, and visual management
• Experience working within a software / technology company
• Data driven with strong analytical skills

What you should expect in this role

• Remote position
• Expected travel up to 25%
• Perform other duties as required
• Video cameras must be used during all interviews, as well as during the initial week of orientation
• The deadline to submit applications for this posting is 1/30/2025

#LI-REMOTE

The pay range for this position is $86,800.00 - $124,000.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.

Gainwell Technologies is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.