Lean Six Sigma Project Manager

Coface

Lean Six Sigma Project Manager leading process improvement initiatives across the region at Coface, enhancing operational efficiency and customer outcomes.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and deliver Lean Six Sigma projects from initiation through sustainment, ensuring alignment with regional and enterprise strategic priorities
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies (DMAIC, Kaizen, value stream mapping, root cause analysis) to improve quality, efficiency, cost, and customer outcomes
Identify, design, and define new or re‑engineered processes that leverage automation, digital solutions, and AI‑enabled capabilities to reduce waste, improve consistency, and support scalability
Partner closely with functional leaders and stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities and develop clear problem statements, success metrics, and benefit targets
Drive change management and adoption through strong stakeholder engagement, influence without authority, and clear communication
Track, validate, and communicate project outcomes, including financial and non‑financial benefits
Support capability building by coaching project teams and, as appropriate, mentoring Green Belt and Yellow Belt practitioners
Collaborate with the Six Sigma Region Leader to prioritize initiatives, manage the project pipeline, and support regional operational excellence objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt strongly preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience leading process improvement or operational excellence initiatives in complex organizations
Demonstrated success delivering measurable improvements across multiple functions (e.g., operations, quality, supply chain, finance, customer experience)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
Proven ability to operate effectively in a remote, matrixed environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities
Fully remote role

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Hard Skills & Tools

Lean MethodologySix Sigma MethodologyDMAICKaizenValue Stream MappingRoot Cause AnalysisProcess Re-engineeringAutomation SolutionsAI-enabled CapabilitiesOperational Excellence

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsClear CommunicationInfluence Without AuthorityCoaching and Mentoring

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt CertificationLean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification