Senior Project Manager, Continuous Improvement

We are seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement (CI) Project Manager who functions as a high-level problem solver and a relentless advocate for efficiency. This isnt a role for someone who waits for a checklist; its for the person who builds the checklist optimizes it and then automates it.

You will excel in this role if you possess a strong innate aversion to waste and a deep curiosity about operational processesspecifically what makes them work and what causes them to fail. Your responsibilities will extend beyond simply managing project timelines; you will be tasked with diagnosing organizational bottlenecks and developing data-backed solutions to eliminate them.

You are the catalyst for change refusing to accept the status quo of how weve always done it. Your role is to strategically streamline operations eliminate team frustration and ensure our business maintains a competitive edge by proactively implementing superior processes.

What youll do:

• Execute & Deliver: Own the lifecycle of assigned CI projects from initial scoping to final delivery. You arent just making suggestions; youre making changes.
• Data Stewardship: Act as the point person for data requests. You will partner with our Business Intelligence Team to pull analyze and interpret data to validate project impact and identify new opportunities for optimization.
• Autonomous Operation: Manage your own desk. We trust you to prioritize your workload and pivot when business needs shift without needing a daily roadmap.
• Modernize Workflows: Partner with our AI Center of Excellence to identify areas where entry-level AI tools (LLMs automation or basic predictive models) can eliminate manual busy work.
• Continuous Learning: Stay curious. Whether its a new software tool or a shift in industry standards youre expected to learn the ropes quickly and teach others.

Qualifications :

What youll bring:

• Experience & Education: A Bachelors degree in Business a related field OR a minimum of 3 years of experience in a Project Management/Continuous Improvement role.
• AI Fluency: You have an entry-level understanding of AI. You know how to use AI tools to improve your own productivity and can identify where AI might solve a process bottleneck.
• Technical Savvy: You are comfortable handling data. You dont need to be a data scientist but you should be dangerous with Excel/BI tools and able to fulfill data requests accurately.
• The Quick Study Factor: You have a proven track record of entering unfamiliar territory and becoming a subject matter expert in short order.
• Analytical Acumen: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze complex unstructured data (like call transcripts) and operational workflows to identify root causes and opportunities.
• Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to present complex information and strategic recommendations to senior leaders.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in Business Data Science Finance or a related field.
• Direct experience in the debt relief or financial services industry.
• Hands-on experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI) and/or call center analytics software.
• Methodology Knowledge: Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or Agile is a plus but your ability to get things done is what matters most.

Note: We will be unable to facilitate H1-B Visa transfer or sponsorship along with STEM-OPT Visa

Additional Information :

Achieve well-being with:

• Hybrid and remote work opportunities for certain roles
• 401 (k) with employer match
• Medical dental and vision with HSA and FSA options  
• Competitive vacation and sick time off as well as dedicated volunteer days
• Access to wellness support through Employee Assistance Program physical and mental health wellness programs 
• Up to $5250 paid back to you on eligible education expenses
• Pet care discounts for your furry family members
• Financial support in times of hardship with our Achieve Care Fund
• A safe place to connect and a commitment to diversity and inclusion through our six employee resource groups

Join Achieve change the future.

At Achieve were changing millions of lives.
From the single parent trying to catch up on bills to the entrepreneur needing a loan for the next phase of growth youll get to be a part of their journey to a better financial future. Were proud to have over 2500 employees in mainly hybrid jobs with some remote opportunities available for certain roles across the United States with hubs in Arizona California and Texas. A career at Achieve is more than a jobits a place where you can make a true impact have a sense of belonging establish a fulfilling career and put your well-being first.

Attention Agencies & Search Firms: We do not accept unsolicited candidate resumes or profiles. Please do not reach out to anyone within Achieve to market your services or candidates. All inquiries should be directed to Talent Acquisition only. We reserve the right to hire any candidates sent unsolicited and will not pay any fees without a contract signed by Achieves Talent Acquisition leader.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time