Head Of Operational Excellence

Success Academy Charter Schools

New York, United States
Base: $250,000 - $275,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
8+ years process improvement experience
Proficiency in lean and dmaic tools
Experience with kaizen and standard work
Success Academy is seeking a leader to drive measurable performance improvement and strategic operational excellence across its growing network of charter schools

Job Summary

  • Success Academy is seeking a leader to drive measurable performance improvement and strategic operational excellence across its growing network of charter schools.
  • The role involves owning the PE roadmap, diagnosing workflow impediments, and leading Problem Solving Process events to foster continuous improvement.
  • Candidates must have a strong track record of developing high-performing teams and applying Lean principles to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Matching Summary

Success Academy is seeking a leader to drive measurable performance improvement and strategic operational excellence across its growing network of charter schools.

Salary

Base: $250,000 - $275,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Full benefits program offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years process improvement experience
  • Proficiency in Lean and DMAIC tools
  • Experience with Kaizen and Standard Work
  • Strong coaching and talent development skills
  • Ability to lead organizational change

Nice-to-have

  • Experimentation mindset for risk management
  • Strategic partnership with senior leadership
  • Passion for educational mission and equity
  • Cross-functional communication expertise

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or Engineering
  • 8+ years demonstrated operational excellence experience
  • Mastery of Lean, DMAIC/PSP, and Policy Deployment tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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