Director, Process Improvement

Centene Corporation

. Develop and implement business process excellence initiatives throughout the organization .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • United StatesLead💰 $118,400 - $219,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process optimization and improvement using Six Sigma and LEAN methodologies, with a strong focus on project management and cross-functional coordination. Capable of leading business implementations while ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and contractual requirements.

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Six Sigma/LEAN MethodologiesProcess OptimizationProject ManagementProcess MappingSix Sigma/LEAN Certification

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Hard Skills

Process ImprovementBusiness Process ExcellenceWorkflow ManagementPerformance MetricsChange Control

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Workflow Management SoftwareProcess Design Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma/LEAN Certification

Industry Keywords

Business AdministrationHealthcare AdministrationOperational InefficienciesCross-Functional Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement business process excellence initiatives throughout the organization
Analyze and address process and operational inefficiencies using Six Sigma/LEAN methodologies
Provide leadership and oversight of business unit implementation processes
Manage company adherence to standard implementation processes
Manage business and program implementations to meet budget, timeline, and contractual requirements
Maintain standard business implementation organizational structures, team structures, work breakdown structures, work planning, issue logs, decision logs, change control, and executive reports
Provide input on operating models, standard corporate functional and information system models, performance metrics, expected outcomes, and plan impacts
Coordinate cross-functional tasks between internal and external areas
Communicate project status to internal and external stakeholders
Mentor project team members and stakeholders using appropriate tools and techniques to increase and maintain commitment to portfolio objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, related field, or equivalent experience
7+ years of process optimization, process improvement, or project management experience
Experience with Six Sigma/LEAN methodologies
Knowledge of process mapping, process design, and workflow management software and applications
Six Sigma/LEAN Certification highly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off plus holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation