Senior Manager/ Associate Director - Business Process Optimization
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Vandey provides outsourced instructional services to institutions of higher education and is seeking a candidate to work for Vandey to serve in a full-time role as a Business Process Optimization Manager with the University of the People.
INTRODUCTION:
University of the People (UoPeople) is the first non-profit, tuition-free, American, accredited, 100% online university. Today, UoPeople has over 137,000 students enrolled from more than 200 countries and territories, including 16,500 students who are refugees. Currently accredited by the DEAC, UoPeople is also a candidate for WSCUC accreditation.
We believe that higher education is a basic human right and that it can transform not only the lives of students, but also their families' lives, their communities, their nations, and, by extension, the world. See President Reshef’s TED talk when he announced the founding of the University.( TED talk )
UoPeople is an innovative university, and we welcome team members who bring creativity and innovation to their roles. We’re a fast-paced organization with remote teams all around the globe. If you’re a self-starter who wants to succeed alongside a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you!
UoPeople is supported by the generosity of individuals and foundations, including the Gates, Hewlett, Ford Foundations, Foundation Hoffmann, and others. The University has been covered by the New York Times, BBC, NPR, Times Higher Education, US News and World Report, and more. President Reshef’s TED Talk and Nas Daily interview about the University have 30 million views combined.
OVERVIEW:
The University of the People is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Manager/Associate Director - Business Process Optimization (BPO) to lead and manage the optimization of business processes across our organization. The SM/ AD will play a critical role in identifying inefficiencies, implementing process improvements, and ensuring the successful delivery of optimized workflows. The AD will be self-starter, promoting the team, building stakeholder engagement and creating a small team under him/ her.
This position requires strong leadership, analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of process improvement methodologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the development and implementation of business process optimization strategies to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall performance.
- Collaborate with senior management to align process improvement initiatives with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Communicate the benefits and impacts of process improvements across the organization.
- Oversee the analysis of current business processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Implement process mapping, data analysis, and workflow automation to optimize operations and enhance productivity.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM (Business Process Management).
- Manage multiple process optimization projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and goals are met.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution and integration of optimized processes.
- Work closely with department heads and key stakeholders to understand their needs, challenges, and priorities.
- Facilitate workshops, meetings, and training sessions to ensure alignment and buy-in for process changes.
- Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of process optimization efforts.
- Monitor the effectiveness of implemented changes and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
- Prepare and present detailed reports and recommendations to senior management.
- Lead, mentor, and develop business process optimization specialist, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide guidance and support to team members on best practices and methodologies for process optimization.
- Identify and recommend technological solutions to automate and streamline business processes.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement new tools and systems that support process optimization efforts.
- Identify potential risks associated with process changes and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure all process improvements comply with relevant regulations, policies, and industry standards.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- 8+ years of experience in process optimization, business analysis, or a related role, with at least 2 years in a managerial position.
- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM.
- Proven experience in leading and managing process optimization projects and cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Proficiency in process mapping, data analysis, and project management software.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple processes simultaneously.
- High level of responsibility, organizational skills, and the ability to think strategically.
- Big advantage: Worked for a University/ Education/ Ed-tech organization.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM (Business Process Management).
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt, Black Belt) or similar process improvement methodologies is a must.
Manager Business Process Excellence, Record to Report
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The Business Process Excellence Manager – Record to Report is responsible for leading the transformation and optimization of Finance & Controlling processes at ZEISS. This key role involves driving the SAP S/4HANA implementation to standardize and harmonize the Record to Report cycle, enhancing efficiency and compliance across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Workstream Ownership: Lead the R2R workstream across design, deployment, and sustain phases for global Procurement processes.
- Process Analysis & Design: Identify inefficiencies, gather business requirements, and conduct “Fit to Standard” workshops. Develop AS-IS & TO-BE process maps leveraging SAP S/4HANA capabilities.
- Solution Design & Requirement Analysis: Identify process gaps, document requirements, and translate them into functional designs. Manage dependencies with L2C, S2C, PTP and other streams.
- System Integration and Optimization: Collaborate with IT and external consultants to ensure the successful integration of the SAP S/4HANA system. Focus on building a robust Record to Report system that supports organizational needs and compliance requirements.
- Communication and Change Management: Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to promote the transformation agenda. Manage change proactively by engaging stakeholders and facilitating adaptation to new processes and systems.
Required Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years experience:
- as a key user or a Business user in Finance domain OR managing projects focused on business process excellence, particularly within SAP ERP transformations in R2R (Record to Report).
- Experience in SAP S4 HANA FICO (Finance & Controlling) as a Process expert is good to have
- Proficiency in R2R processes like-
- Financial Accounting
- Asset management
- General Ledger
- Tax Accounting & compliance
- Intercompany Process
- Accounts payable/Receivable
- Financial/Group reporting
- Financial Close
- Expertise in the necessary tools like- Signavio, JIRA, SAP
- Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working with diverse teams and influencing leadership.
ZEISS in India
ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.
ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace. Further information at ZEISS India (
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