Process Optimization Consultant

Compensation

Grade: 32

Job Description

Here at SAIF, doing the right thing is our north star. We believe in continuously evaluating and enhancing our processes - striving to do things the best way possible for our customers and our employees. As a process optimization consultant, you'll partner with our business units to identify opportunities for improving and enhancing corporate processes and workflows, helping to build our process optimization program and capabilities. You'll join a team of project and change management professionals who are collaborative, strategic, and mission driven. Your expertise will help us make operations more efficient and streamlined, having ripple effects on the customers and businesses SAIF serves every day. We will be hosting a virtual career exploration session to learn more about this role. The event will be held on Tuesday, March 17th at 1pm. Please register here if you are interested in attending. Note: Flexible workers may be required to travel to SAIF's offices in Salem on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize process optimization methodologies and tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Utilize data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and present reports outlining findings, recommendations, and projected outcomes for stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders throughout the organization to ensure successful implementation and adoption of process improvements.
• Develop and deliver training programs to education employees on process improvement.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions, making adjustment as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Stay up to date on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends in process optimization to proactively recommend improvements.
• Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
• Continually sustain the Inclusive Leadership Competencies (ILC) through the Explorer level on an annual basis.

The following qualifications are recommended:

• Five or more years' experience in process improvement, business analysis, or a similar role within a corporate setting.
• Experience implementing solutions in a corporate setting preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or related field.
• Certification in process improvement methodologies preferred (Lean, Six Sigman, Kaizen, etc.) Knowledge of insurance industry a plus.
• Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

Next step To receive consideration, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the close of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it's complete. This recruitment will close on Friday, March 20, 2026. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received this recruitment may close early. Compensation & Benefits Typical hiring range: $111,588 - $131,280. The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education. SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF's total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)

• Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.

Full salary range: $98,460 - $164,100 Veterans We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans. About us Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work. For questions related to this job, please reach out to us at [email protected]. SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job