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Lead Software Engineer - AI Enablement (P4169)

Company: 84.51°

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

84.51° is a retail data science company seeking a Lead Software Engineer, AI Enablement. The role involves designing and implementing AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in cloud computing, software development, and AI principles, with excellent communication and time management skills.

Project Manager, Research and Scientific Communications (Contract)

Company: CancerIQ

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

CancerIQ is a precision health platform that has raised over $26 million, with a mission to expand access to cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment. Their technology doubles genetic counseling service capacity, quadruples genetic testing uptake, and improves screening compliance. They are seeking a Project Manager to collaborate on a large-scale research effort to document the financial value of genetics and genomics in cancer prevention. The role involves designing, orchestrating, and managing the research initiative, and the candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to next-generation best practices in genetic program design and implementation.

Creative Technologist - Webflow Developer

Company: VSA Partners

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

VSA Partners, a strategy and design agency, is seeking a highly talented and experienced Creative Technologist specializing in web design and development. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create digital experiences, leading the design and development of custom websites using Webflow, and optimizing websites for performance, accessibility, and SEO. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, demonstrated expertise in Webflow, and proven experience in web design and development. Familiarity with version control systems and modern web development workflows is also required.

Marketing Operations Lead

Company: Origami Risk

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

<p>The Marketing Operations Lead will support the endtoend management of our marketing processes and KPIs to improve the performance and efficiency of our marketing teams This role will partner closely with stakeholders in Marketing Business Development and Sales Operations to identify ways to strategically drive incremental pipeline through datadriven recommendations analytics best practices and efficient processes aligned to our marketing and organizational goals Through rigorous data analysis this role will also focus on maintaining marketing KPIs reporting and driving insights for the Marketing team<br ><strong>Responsibilities<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Provides proactive accurate and prescriptive intelligence to the Marketing and Sales departments<li> <li>Supports and builds the roadmap for the marketing technology stack to support pipeline growth and marketing objectives <li> <li>Creates maintains and analyzes standard reports and dashboards to provide visibility to Marketing and Senior Leadership <li> <li>Maintains all marketing data and drive usage of current and future marketing technology <li> <li>Partners across Operations teams on marketing integrations with CRM Salesforce to ensure proper data flow from lead to sales qualified opportunities <li> <li>Builds and maintains global reporting and intelligence models to understand inform and drive marketing effectiveness throughout crossfunctional teams <li> <li>Responsible for marketing cadence packages for reporting and overall performance management<li> <li>Analyzes each stage of the marketing and sales funnel to optimize lead generation and provide areas for improvement<li> <li>Tracks and reports on marketing campaigns and lifecycle stages providing detailed and summary presentations for Leadership team <li> <li>Works closely with Vice President of Marketing Demand Generation and Sales Leadership to provide status updates and report performance to goals <li> <li>Contributes to the marketing planning and budgeting related processes <li> <li>Other duties as assigned<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>Qualifications<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors degree in Business Analytics Marketing Finance Statistics Economics Mathematics or another related field<li> <li>3+ years of experience in marketing operations marketing analytics or similar roles preferably in a B2B SaaS environment<li> <li>Experience with Salesforce and Marketo or similar marketing automation tool required Experience with Bizible Demandbase PowerBITableau preferred <li> <li>Strong critical thinking skills efficient with limited resources and information<li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills comfortable with communicating upwards<li> <li>Entrepreneurial approach to solving ambiguous or complex problems<li> <li>Proven experience analyzing organizing and interpreting data for the design and implementation of strategic plans<li> <li>Superior attention to detail<li> <li>Skillful in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel and PowerPoint<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>Who We Are<strong><br >Origami Risk provides integrated SaaS solutions to organizations across the risk and insurance ecosystem from insured corporate and public entities to brokers and risk consultants insurers third party claims administrators TPAs and risk pools We deliver our risk management and insurance core system solutions from a cloudbased platform that is highly configurable completely scalable and accessible via web browser and mobile app <br >Dais Technology a subsidiary of Origami Risk provides a nocode platform that revolutionizes insurance product creation for MGAs insurers and reinsurers Dais eventbased architecture enables AIdriven bundling automation and realtime deployment <br >Solutions from Origami Risk and Dais Technology are backed by a bestinclass service team of experienced risk and insurance professionals who possess a balance of industry knowledge and technological expertise A singular focus on helping clients achieve their business objectives underlies our approach to developing implementing and supporting our risk management safety compliance and insurance core system technology solutions <br >Origami Risk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer We thrive and benefit from diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees We do not discriminate against any individual based upon race religion gender including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions sexual orientation gender identity gender expression color sex national origin age marital status military or veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law<p>

Senior Program Manager (Hybrid)

Company: American Medical Association

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

<p><strong>Senior Program Manager<strong> <p> <p><b>Chicago IL Hybrid<b> <p> <p>The American Medical Association AMA is the nations largest professional Association of physicians and a nonprofit organization We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for Americas physicians the patients they care for and the promise of a healthier nation To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health <p> <p>We continuously work to embed equity in our internal practices and are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff across all levels of the organization We intentionally work to create the right conditions to enable our employees to feel that they can be their authentic selves and fully participate in the life of the enterprise <p> <p>We encourage and support professional development for our employees and we are dedicated to social responsibility We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you <p> <p>We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a <b> Senior Program Manager <b>on our Scientific Publication team This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago IL office requiring 23 days a week in the office <p> <p>As a Senior Program Manager Manage a portfolio of programs and initiatives includingJAMA Summit TM to amplify JAMAs global thought leadership inimportant and strategic areas to JAMA such as clinical trials researchartificial intelligence and gun violence prevention Working across JAMAEditorial and Publishing teams lead development of key programs fromconception to execution managing multiple workstreams and committees includingscientific program development marketing fund raising and communications Grow and strengthen JAMA Summits globalbrand and drive development and execution of other strategic initiatives <p> <p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES<b> <p> <p><b>Program Development and Management<b> <p> <ul><li>Develop and implement plans to ensure the continued success and growth of the JAMA Summit and corresponding programs this includes marketing audience engagement communications and dissemination plans<li> <li>Drive and facilitate the design and implementation of each project plan including defining processes and systems for project execution creating project charters and workplans setting goals task coordination and developing and implementing evaluation and dissemination strategies<li> <li>Drive monitor and align work plans across multiple complex workstreams to ensure all milestones are met on time with high quality to budget and to expectations ensure efficient and effective project delivery<li> <li>Proactively identify barriers to successful execution of programs and propose solutions ensure contingency plans are in place communicate concerns and risks to VP and Editor in Chief and other team members as appropriate<li> <li>Establish metrics and evaluation criteria to measure the success and impact of each program <li> <li>Track and report on program progress datadriven insights to drive continuous improvement<li> <li>Identify potential risks and challenges associated with the programs and envelop risk mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution <li> <li>Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement comprehensive marketing and promotional strategies to drive awareness attendance and engagement for Summit and its post Summit products <li> <li>Identify trends and opportunities with programs such as JAMA Summit Use insights to inform strategy and planning in all aspects from engagement to dissemination and participant experience<li> <li>Develop and manage event budgets effectively including fundraising opportunities expense tracking and financial reporting <li> <li>Lead the development and execution of contracts and agreements with vendors consultants and partners serve as the primary relationship manager with vendors to build strong relationships and assure contracts are executed and timelines are met or revised as necessary<li> <ul><p><b>Strategic Initiatives Development<b> <p> <ul><li>In close collaboration with the Editor in Chief of VP Planning and Operations develop plans and support execution of key strategic initiatives including strengthening JAMAs presence and programs globally<li> <li>Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends competitive landscape and audience preferences to inform strategies to grow and strengthen JAMAs brand in key global markets Translate insights into actionable plans to drive growth and differentiation<li> <li>Lead design and planning for key global outreach events collaborating with internal teams and external partners<li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to promote JAMA content campaigns and activations across various channels including digital social media print and events<li> <li>Drive fundingsponsorship opportunities for global events and programs Collaborate with publishing and other teams across AMA to coordinate efforts<li> <ul><p><b>Relationship Management<b> <p> <ul><li>Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including special guests keynote speakers sponsors partners and other important attendees <li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maximize participation and support for JAMA Summit<li> <ul><p><b>May include other responsibilities as assigned<b> <p> <p><b>REQUIREMENTS<b> <p> <p>1 Bachelors degree required MBA degree preferred <p> <p>2 7+ years of relevant experience in program development project management brand marketing preferred experience within scholarly publishing environments required <p> <p>3 Demonstrated experience with operational planning implementation and evaluation of multiple complex projects including convening project teams organizing multifaceted project plans managing towards established timelines and project deliverables <p> <p>4 Demonstrated experience collaborating with crossfunctional teams and able to effectively communicate updates from insights from meetings to team members to ensure alignment <p> <p>5 Demonstrated experience managing highlevel external advisory boards andor experience with senior medical experts policymakers executives etc required <p> <p>6 Demonstrated analytical and datadriven approach to issues able to measure the impact of programs <p> <p>7 Ability to work with individuals from different disciplines contributing as a team member as well as being selfmotivated and a strong individual contributor <p> <p>8 Excellent oral and written communications skills required Ability to conduct literature searches and strong writing skills required to produce summaries in written format and strong facilitation presentation and public speaking skills required including experience presenting in a large group setting both virtual and inperson <p> <p>9 Some travel required <p> <p>The American Medical Association is located at 330 N Wabash Avenue Chicago IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago <p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment As an EOEAA employer the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity and veteran or disability status <p> <p><b>THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION<b><p>

Scrum Master Agile Coach-Hybrid

Company: McDonald's Global Technology

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

<p><b>Job Description<b><br >Company Description<br >McDonalds evolving Accelerating the Arches growth strategy puts our customers and people first and demonstrates our competitive advantages to strengthen our brand We are recognized on lists like Fortunes Most Admired Companies and Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies<br ><strong>Doubling Down on the 4Ds Delivery Digital Drive Thru and Development<strong><br >Our growth pillars emphasize the critical role technology plays as the bestinclass global omnichannel restaurant brand Technology enables the organization through digital technologies and improving the customer crew and employee experience each and every day<br ><strong>Global Technology forging the way<strong><br >Leading the digitization of our business is the Technology organization made up of innovation specialists who build industry defining tech using the latest innovations and platforms like AI and edge computing to deliver on the next set of groundbreaking opportunities for the business We take on technology innovation challenges at an incredible scale and work across global teams who are always hungry for a challenge This provides access to compelling career paths for technologists Its bonus points when you get to see your family and friends use the tech you build at their favorite McD restaurant<br >Job Description<br >The Strategy amp Planning team is passionate about strategy formulation and prioritization strategic and operational planning program management and vendor management efforts while building nextgen Total Cost of Ownership capabilities<br >The Scrum Master Agile Coach role reports to the Director Agile Ways of Working COE PMO<br >As a Scrum Master Agile Coach at McDonalds you will be responsible for the daily operations of an agile squad facilitating the work of the squad and scrum ceremonies and ensuring the team is fully functional and productive You will help the squad selforganize focus on outcomes and get work to a finished state The Scrum Master Agile Coach is an Agile guide and helps the team and the organization at large understand what ScrumAgile is and creates an environment that cultivates successful teams<br ><strong>Accountabilities amp Responsibilities<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Ensure Scrum ceremonies eg stand ups sprint planning sprint retrospectives etc are implemented accurately driving team to develop and deploy faster<li> <li>Champion Agile CoE standards and processes within the team being a frontline change agent<li> <li>Support Agile Coach in educating the team performing Agile standard methodologies promoting selforganization and driving toward highfunctioning teams<li> <li>Eliminates blockers and external interferences to development progress<li> <li>Helps Product Manager maintain the product backlog and holds team accountable to defining stories at the right level<li> <li>Supports Product Manager in defining Definition of Done DoD for the product<li> <li>Reports to the Product Manager and owns reporting and communication of scrum progress<li> <li>Participates in scrum of scrums with other teams as needed<li> <li>Addresses issues with their process and holds the squad to quality<li> <li>Gathers key squad metrics and supports team improvement<li> <li>Maintains and cleans up JIRA in alignment with standard processes<li> <ul><p>Qualifications<br ><strong>Basic Qualifications<strong><br ><p><ul><li>5+ years experience in mentoring and guiding Agile teams<li> <li>Deep understanding of the Scrum framework with a proven history of mentoring successful teams<li> <li>Deep understanding Agile software delivery the path to production and other operational aspects<li> <li>Experience with Agile toolsets eg Jira Confluence etc<li> <li>Outstanding communications and partner leadership skills and strong Emotional Intelligence to read verbal and nonverbal cues in others so you can communicate effectively and cultivate healthy working relationships<li> <li>Posses one or more Scrum certifications CSM PSM<li> <li>Willingness and ability to live the McDonalds values every day Serve Inclusion Integrity Community and Family<li> <ul><p><br ><strong>Preferred Qualifications<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Significant work experience playing an active role in Agile transformations<li> <li>Demonstrated experience of coaching organization on Agile standard methodologies<li> <li>Proficiency in change management techniques to facilitate cultural and organizational shifts<li> <li>Previous experience in leading or giving to an Agile Center of Excellence<li> <li>Knowledge across several Agile frameworks including Lean AgileScrum Kanban Scaled Agile Framework SAFe Extreme Programing XP<li> <li>Experience working in a Quick Service Restaurant QSR industry McDonalds is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feelgood moments for everyone McDonalds provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact mcdhrbenefitsusmcdcom Reasonable accommodations will be resolved on a casebycase basis<li> <ul><p>Additional Information<br >McDonalds is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feelgood moments for everyone McDonalds provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact mcdhrbenefitsusmcdcom Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a casebycase basis<br >McDonalds provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex sex stereotyping pregnancy including pregnancy childbirth and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding race color religion ancestry or national origin age disability status medical condition marital status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression transgender status protected military or veteran status citizenship status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training<br >Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment<p>

Senior Software Engineer - AI Enablement (P4171)

Company: 84.51°

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

84.51° is a retail data science company seeking a Senior Software Engineer, AI Enablement. The role involves designing and implementing AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in cloud computing, software development, and AI principles, with experience in leading agile teams and excellent communication skills.

Operations Data Analyst

Company: Labelmaster

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

Labelmaster is looking for a Silkscreen Press Operator who wants to make a difference, have work-life balance, and learn new things. The company offers competitive benefits, education assistance, and a positive work environment.

Director, Technical Accounting Compliance, Global

Company: Mondelēz International

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

<p><b>Job Description<b><br ><b>Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International<b><br ><b>Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking Make It Uniquely Yours<b><br >You will develop and implement accounting practices and procedures and interpret and provide data from accounting records You will also coordinate accounting services and integrate them with operating needs In addition you will support the global management of key processes like fixed assets leases intercompany cross charges new accounting rules restructuring programs and accounting for joint ventures among others<br ><b> How you will contribute <b><br >You will<br ><p><ul><li>Responsibility for accounting practices and procedures globally under the guidance of the VP Corporate Accounting Global In this role you will also lead the global management of such accounting processes as fixed assets debt stock compensation pension derivatives goodwill and intangibles implementation of new accounting rules among other areas<li> <li>Responsibility for research and timely resolution of questions that arise globally in accounting and external reporting<li> <li>Ensuring accurate and timely recording of monthly and quarterly entries in areas of responsibility<li> <li>Responsible for quarterly and annual footnote review within areas of responsibility<li> <li>Drive a strong controls and compliance environment across your areas of responsibility<li> <li>Responsible for the update and maintenance of the accounting and external reporting policies<li> <li>Provide accounting policy training to the global accounting and finance team<li> <li>Harmonize and improve ways of working on Accounting and External Reporting AER processes and systems such as SAP SLAN and FITHFM reporting tools and build a mindset of continuous improvement within the team<li> <li>Build a highperforming Accounting and External Reporting AER team Mondelēz International Business Services and thirdparty providers You will also recruit and develop AER talent and drive the Mondelēz International AER talent agenda globally<li> <ul><p><br ><b> What you will bring <b><br >A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career You will bring experience and knowledge in<br ><p><ul><li>TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in accounting and external reporting AER including a deep understanding of US GAAP IFRS close processes and financial reporting systems General knowledge in complex technical accounting such as treatment of FX derivatives employee compensation and pension plans Expertise in policy controls and compliance design including SOX reporting General knowledge of tax laws and indirect and direct tax<li> <li>BUSINESS ACUMEN and understanding of our business and finance beyond the AER scope Big Four accounting firm experience preferred<li> <li>LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills across a large global public company Experience working as a global finance leader managing global crossfunctional and business partner teams to drive timely and accurate results Experience with people management and people development<li> <li>GROWTHDIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness<li> <li>INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with Mondelēz International values and policies and external regulations<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Qualifications<b><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors Degree is required Masters Degree preferred and CPA preferred<li> <li>Minimum of 11 or more years of experience in Accounting roles<li> <li>Big 4 Accounting Firm or comparable experience within industry preferred<li> <li>Experience working in a large multinational company is ideal<li> <li>Previous management experience is required<li> <li>Strong communication skills verbal and written<li> <li>Experience with complex technical accounting and external reporting<li> <li>Extremely systems savvy with exceptional Excel skills<li> <ul><p><br >No Relocation support available<br ><b><b>Business Unit Summary<b><b><br ><b>The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint Here weproduce our wellloved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack at the right moment made the right way We have corporate offices sales manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the US to ensure our iconic brandsincluding Oreo and Chips Ahoy cookies Ritz Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products are close at hand for our consumers across the country <b><br >Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 8479435460 for assistance<br ><b><b> Job Type <b><b><br >Regular<br >Accounting amp External Reporting<br >Finance<p>

Insurance Product Director

Company: Clearcover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

Clearcover is seeking an Insurance Product Management leader to design and maintain personal lines insurance products nationwide. The role involves creating insurance product strategy, driving rapid development, and supporting state expansion efforts. The ideal candidate should have a strong process-driven background, with Subject Matter Expert level legal forms development and underwriting experience. The role also includes analyzing and monitoring insurance product performance, acting as a product line expert, and managing/mentoring/developing analysts, product managers, and operational underwriters. Clearcover offers comprehensive benefits and a remote-first work environment.

People Programs Associate

Company: Braze

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 03, 2024

<div> <p><span>At Braze we have found our people Were a genuinely approachable exceptionally kind and intensely passionate crew<span><p> <p><span>We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards championing teamwork and creating worklife harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity inside and outside our organization<span><p> <p><span>To flourish here you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you There is always a way to contribute Acting with autonomy having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a oneofakind vibrancy into our culture<span><p> <p><span>If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change you will be empowered to make a real impact here with a sharp and passionate team at your back If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive we cant wait to meet you<span><p> <div> <p><strong>WHAT YOULL DO<strong><p> <p>The People Programs Associate will play a critical role in supporting the success of the People Team by leveraging superior organizational and communication skills to develop project plans managing team tools and facilitating effective collaboration across teams and regions This position will report to the Senior Manager People Program Management PMO and support the entire People Programs and Strategies team<p> <ul><li>Assist Project Managers to gather and organize information regarding scope timeline tasks and dependencies and use project management tools to publish detailed project plans for stakeholders<li> <li>Coordinate and collaborate with People team members across all Braze global locations to manage administrative tasks in the planning execution and communication of multiple projects at a time<li> <li>Provide inperson virtual and written project updates with key internal project team members business stakeholders and leadership <li> <li>Create and maintain program and policy documentation and knowledge management across all team systems processes and platforms and champion best practice<li> <li>Regularly review department processes with an eye for continuous improvement and suggest and implement automation and process optimization<li> <li>Run and own the administration of core People PMO processes including department and division All Hands weekly written company updates weekly synthesis and department professional development trainings Spark sessions developing training materials and stakeholder communications as needed<li> <li>Organize and schedule team meetings create agendas support preparation of meeting materials and ensure planning and followup communications are clear concise and timely<li> <li>Coordinate collection of feedback from the stakeholders about project and program rollout<li> <li>Daytoday management of team tools including Google Suite Asana Confluence etc<li> <li>Support People Programs amp Strategy special projects including the Braze Internship Program policy research and Learning amp Development initiatives <li> <ul><p><strong>WHO YOU ARE<strong><p> <ul><li>A professional with 12 years experience in project or program management <li> <li>Transparent You believe in open and honest communication and you share progress updates openly with stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page You have topnotch written and verbal communication skills<li> <li>Collaborator You know that the best solutions come when diverse perspectives work together to get there<li> <li>Organized You approach work in a structured and methodical manner You pay attention to details and pride yourself on maintaining a high level of accuracy <li> <li>Continuous Learner You are committed to learning and growing You understand that continuously reviewing and refining our processes and resources make us as effective and efficient as possible<li> <li>Accountable You are a problem solver and you take ownership of your tasks and responsibilities to ensure we meet goals and deliver results<li> <ul><p>For candidates based in the United States the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $58000 and $65000year with an expected On Target Earnings OTE between $65000 and $75000year including bonus or commission Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location jobrelated knowledge skills and experience In addition to cash compensation Braze offers full and part time employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock RSUs so that all Braze employees own a piece of our company<p> <div> <p><strong>WHAT WE OFFER<strong><p> <p><em>Details of these benefits plan will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment Benefits may vary by location<em><p> <p>From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering flexible environments weve got you covered so you can prioritize worklife harmony<p> <ul><li>Competitive compensation that may include equity<li> <li>Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans<li> <li>Flexible paid time off<li> <li>Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical dental vision life and disability<li> <li>Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave<li> <li>Professional development supported by formal career pathing learning platforms and tuition reimbursement<li> <li>Community engagement opportunities throughout the year including an annual company wide Volunteer Week<li> <li>Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze<li> <li>Collaborative transparent and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®<li> <ul><p><strong>ABOUT BRAZE<strong><p> <p>Braze is a leading customer engagement platform that powers lasting connections between consumers and brands they love Braze allows any marketer to collect and take action on any amount of data from any source so they can creatively engage with customers in real time across channels from one platform From crosschannel messaging and journey orchestration to Alpowered experimentation and optimization Braze enables companies to build and maintain absolutely engaging relationships with their customers that foster growth and loyalty<p> <p>Braze is proudly certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US the UK and Singapore We ranked 3 on Great Place to Work UKs 2024 Best Workplaces Large 3 on Great Place to Work UKs 2023 Best Workplaces for Wellbeing Medium 4 on Great Place to Works 2023 Best Workplaces in Europe Medium 10 on Great Place to Work UKs 2023 Best Workplaces for Women Large 19 on Fortunes 2023 Best Workplaces in New York Large We were also featured in Built Ins 2024 Best Places to Work US News Best Technology Companies to Work For and Great Place to Work UKs 2023 Best Workplaces in Tech<p> <p>Youll find many of us at headquarters in New York City or around the world in Austin Berlin Chicago Jakarta London Paris San Francisco Singapore Sydney and Tokyo not to mention our employees in nearly 50 remote locations<p> <p><strong datastringifytype=bold>BRAZE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER<strong><p> <p>At Braze we strive to create equitable growth and opportunities inside and outside the organization<p> <p>Building meaningful connections is at the heart of everything we do and that includes our recruiting practices Were committed to offering all candidates a fair accessible and inclusive experience regardless of age color disability gender identity marital status maternity national origin pregnancy race religion sex sexual orientation or status as a protected veteran When applying and interviewing with Braze we want you to feel comfortable showcasing what makes you <em datastringifytype=italic>you<em><p> <p>We know that sometimes different circumstances can lead talented people to hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet 100 of the criteria If this sounds familiar we encourage you to apply as wed love to meet you<p> <p><em datastringifytype=italic>Please see our <em><em datastringifytype=italic>Candidate Privacy Policy<em><em datastringifytype=italic> for more information on how Braze processes your personal information during the recruitment process and if applicable based on your location how you can exercise any privacy rights<em><p> <div>

Consultants

Company: TransUnion

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 04, 2024

<p>TransUnions Job Applicant Privacy Notice<br >Personal Information We Collect<br >Your Privacy Choices<br ><b>Wed Love to See<b><br >Job Description <br >Consultants for Chicago IL location Develop financial insights for strategic planning analysis Identify operational weaknesses for enterprise and international strategy facilitate the planning cycle and support merger and acquisition activities Translate data to strategic insights on market assessments grounded in research to inform buybuildpartner marketentry and marketexpansion options Monitor and assess key industry trends Build content to support Quarterly CEO reports Board meetings enterprise and international planning activities and acquisitions and strategic investments Work with wide range of stakeholders involving synthesizing cross business strategies into organizational plans Technical environment strategic consulting for organizational corporate strategydevelopmentplanning translating financial data to business insights embedded software PowerUser thinkcell Excel VBA Pivot Table VLOOKUPs conditional formatting preparing highstakes materials Presenting technical information to non technical Csuite audience Budget Control cash burnout chart business case development and budget planning visualizationDashboard Design Capital expenditureoperating costs analysis Revenue forecastingEBITDA forecasting identifying operational weaknesses driving process improvement<br >Job Requirements <br >Bachelors degree in Finance Business or related field plus 3 years of experience in Financial analysis or strategic planning analysis required Required skills strategic consulting for organizational corporate strategydevelopmentplanning translating financial data to business insights embedded software Excel VBA Pivot Table VLOOKUPs conditional formatting preparing highstakes materials Presenting technical information to nontechnical audience Budget Control cash burnout chart business case development visualizationDashboard Design identifying operational weaknesses driving process improvement Working with wide range of stakeholders involving synthesizing cross business strategies into organizational plans Some telecommuting permitted<br >LIDNI<p>

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Continuous Improvement roles by seniority level?
Entry‑level analysts earn between $60,000 and $80,000 annually. Mid‑level professionals with Lean or Six Sigma experience command $80,000 to $110,000. Senior managers and directors typically receive $110,000 to $150,000, while executive‑level Continuous Improvement leads can earn $150,000 to $200,000, reflecting market demand in tech, manufacturing, and logistics.
What skills and certifications are most valued for Continuous Improvement professionals?
Top skills include Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, Kaizen facilitation, root cause analysis, DMAIC methodology, and statistical tools such as Minitab or JMP. Technical proficiencies in Tableau, Power BI, Azure DevOps, or SAP APO, coupled with Agile or Scrum knowledge, are highly prized. Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or PMP enhance credibility and often correlate with higher compensation.
Is remote work common for Continuous Improvement positions?
Many Continuous Improvement roles in software, fintech, and consulting offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements, especially those focused on data analysis, process mapping, and tool implementation. On‑site presence is typically required for Kaizen events or manufacturing plant visits, but most companies provide flexible schedules and virtual collaboration tools.
What career progression paths exist within Continuous Improvement?
A typical trajectory starts with Process Analyst, moves to Lean Engineer or Kaizen Lead, then to Continuous Improvement Manager. From there, professionals can advance to Director of Continuous Improvement, VP of Operations, or transition into broader transformation roles such as Change Management or Product Owner, leveraging their process expertise across the organization.
What are the current industry trends affecting Continuous Improvement?
Digital twins and real‑time process monitoring are becoming standard in manufacturing, while AI‑driven analytics predict bottlenecks before they occur. Cloud‑based Kaizen platforms enable global collaboration, and sustainability metrics are increasingly integrated into continuous improvement KPIs. In software, DevOps pipelines now embed continuous improvement cycles to accelerate release velocity and quality.

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