Six Sigma Consultant

Optum is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care pharmacy benefits data and resources they need to feel their best Here you will find a culture guided by inclusion talented peers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale Join us to start Caring Connecting Growing together Primary Responsibilities Champion a culture of Six Sigma quality across the organization by identifying process improvement opportunities and leading key initiatives Plan manage and execute improvement projects using data-driven statistical methodologies to analyze measure and validate results Define and monitor process performance metrics through structured reporting and governance frameworks Present comprehensive project analyses and recommendations to senior leadership securing necessary approvals and resources for implementation Tailor communication strategies to diverse audiences to facilitate understanding buy-in and successful change management Oversee innovation programs such as the Bright Idea initiative fostering creative problem-solving and continuous improvement Collaborate with onshore partners and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives particularly in appeals capability and emerging technologies e g automation machine learning AI Apply project management and design thinking principles to address challenges identify solutions and align outcomes with organizational objectives Build and maintain solid relationships with stakeholders encouraging knowledge sharing and effective teamwork Demonstrate adaptability by testing new ideas learning from outcomes and iterating for improved results Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract company policies and procedures and any and all directives such as but not limited to transfer and or re-assignment to different work locations change in teams and or work shifts policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and or work environment alternative work arrangements and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment The Company may adopt vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation implied or otherwise on its ability to do so Required Qualifications Green Belt or Black Belt trained certified certification from a recognized certification body or MBA from a reputable institute 3 years of experience working on Six Sigma and continuous improvement projects Experience with projects involving emerging technologies such as automation machine learning and artificial intelligence Experience in change management Expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies Exposure to a US Healthcare account in a previous role or organization Proven excellent proficiency in Microsoft Visio Excel Word and PowerPoint Proven outstanding quantitative skills Proven communication and presentation abilities Preferred Qualification Project Management certification Master of Business Administration Six Sigma Certification At UnitedHealth Group our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone We believe everyone-of every race gender sexuality age location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life Today however there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission