Associate Director, Compass Fusion Implementation

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**Position Summary**

The Compass Fusion Implementation Associate Director is part of a team responsible for integrating and driving transformational initiatives across various functions and departments within the organization. The role focuses on the implementation of transformational initiatives bringing them from the diagnostic and design phase through execution and ensuring sustainable results.

This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement plans for opportunities for improvement and prioritize requirements based on strategic objectives.
- Lead work planning focused on the execution and implementation of transformation initiatives.
- Drive to translate transformation design into actionable steps for implementation and lead cross-functional teams in executing against this plan
- Integrate Compass (operational excellence) principles and methodologies across different functions and departments to create a unified approach to transforming the business.
- Oversee the planning, execution and monitoring of projects to ensure on time and on budget delivery.
- Utilize project management tools and techniques to track progress, manage risks, and report on project status.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by promoting Lean, Six Sigma, and other relevant methodologies.
- Lead change management efforts to ensure adoption of transformation initiatives.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of transformation initiatives.
- Provide regular reports and updates to leadership on the progress and outcomes of transformation projects.
- Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including leadership, department heads, and frontline employees.
- Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and buy-in for Compass initiatives across the organization.

**Q**ualifications & Experience**
- Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in a combination of consulting, project management, operational excellence, continuous improvement, or related roles.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing operational excellence initiatives in a complex organization.
- Familiarity in the areas of digital strategy, operational excellence, and Lean Six Sigma with knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders at different levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at different levels.

The starting compensation for this job based in Washington state is a range from $ 184,270 - $ 223,300 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting compensation for this job based in Massachusetts is a range from $ 179,250 - $ 217,200 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting compensation for this job based in New Jersey is a range from $ 167,520 - $ 203,000 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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