Sr Transformation Analyst

The Senior Transformation Analyst join our Operational Excellence team at MBPS. In this role, you are expected to conduct process discovery & walkthrough sessions for operational and/or support processes, identify process and/or performance gaps and opportunities, quantify impact of process gaps and/or performance misses and continuous improvement opportunities and support the business process owners in deploying the agreed recommendations measuring and tracking benefits of projects.

Position Responsibilities:

• Analytical support for transformation projects, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Provide technical training and coaching on broad Operational Excellence disciplines – i.e. Agile, Lean, Design Thinking, CI. OE workshops (e.g., Problem Solving tools and techniques, VSM, CJM, Scrum, CI workshops).
• Monitors project progress and provides insights, ensuring transformation initiatives are on track

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and hands-on application of Project Management frameworks and tools
• Project Management Training or Certification: PMP, Agile, Scrum, etc.
• Knowledge of and hands-on application of Operational Excellence, Problem Solving methodologies and tools (LEAN, DMAIC, Data Analysis, HCD, Design Thinking, VSM, Customer Journey Mapping, Visual Management, OE Maturity, etc.)
• Training for LEAN Six Sigma Blackbelt
• Ability to influence & lead senior leaders in decision-making through insightful, data-driven, and value-added recommendations.
• Ability to develop and facilitate management trainings and workshops geared towards mid-level and senior-level leaders.
• Advanced MS Office Skills
• Use of statistical tools for data analysis, i.e., Minitab, SPC Excel, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Desired:
- Certified COPC Implementation Leader Knowledge and experience with Insurance Contact Center and Back-Office Operations
- Certified LEAN Six Sigma Blackbelt

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years combined experience in leading process engineering, optimization & performance improvement projects, operational management and management of key support functions in the insurance and/or BPO industry.
• At least 2 years experience in leading process & performance improvement projects for customer service operations in the insurance, BPO, and/or shared services industry (i.e., call center, emails, chats, back office, etc.)
• At least 3 years Project management experience At least 2 years experience in managing stakeholders in senior leadership roles, i.e., delivering formal presentations, developing executive reports, facilitating management meetings, etc.
• At least 2 years experience in developing and facilitating management trainings and workshops on various Operational Excellence, Problem Solving, and Project Management frameworks, methodologies and tools (LEAN, DMAIC, Data Analysis, HCD, Design Thinking, Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Demonstrated strong passion for continuous learning
• At least 2 years experience as OE Consultant, Coach or Manager
• Alignment with Manulife Values & Culture

Desired:

• 1. Management consulting experience
• 1. Experience leading large, cross-functional, organization-wide, multi-site transformation and/or process and performance improvement initiatives
• 1. Familiarity with commonly used BPO tools and systems (i.e., Nice, Verint, IEX, ACD, CRM, Ticketing Systems, Knowledgebase, Learning Management Systems, Power BI, etc.)
• 1. Experience working with stakeholders across different geos, i.e., North America, Canada, Asia
• 1. Builds and leverages on network of OE professionals and or organizations in the industry and/or academe to keep abreast of best practices, industry developments, trends, issues, etc.

When you join our team:

• We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Working Arrangement

Hybrid