Job Description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Sr Industrial Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for crafting a dynamic strategy and vision for the team while leading our highly skilled team of engineers to deliver analytics solutions supporting areas across UnitedHealthcare and Optum. Your leadership will be key in fostering strong collaboration within a wide range of business stakeholders and matrix partners to deliver on identified strategic priorities. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your ability to innovate boldly, especially in advancing AI and automation, within the workforce space. You'll apply principles of statistical quality control, business intelligence, and project management to solve complex challenges and guide organizational change. You'll also play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Industrial Engineering in healthcare-growing and mentoring a team of engineers into industry thought leaders who set the standard for excellence in this space.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Industrial Engineers across domestic and global locations, fostering growth and career development
• Develop departmental strategy and vision and gain cross-functional buy-in for successful implementations
• Coach and educate business partners in performance management and productivity systems
• Own end-to-end business processes, including reviewing, creating, controlling, and improving workflows
• Support enterprise initiatives like Enterprise Work Delivery (EWD) and other tool deployments
• Act as a liaison between Industrial Engineering and other business segments to improve coordination and standardization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Planning, IT, Finance, Learning Solutions) to ensure alignment and execution of resource allocation and implementation of optimization projects
• Develop innovative solutions using Industrial Engineering fundamentals, statistical models, and emerging technologies
• Evaluate and implement new technologies that enhance operational efficiency or member experience
• Build and maintain solid relationships with business partners and stakeholders to foster collaboration and business growth
• Develop and monitor team MBOs which drive professional development and measure contributions within the overarching team

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare operations, strategy, consulting, or business management
• 2+ years of experience managing complex projects and creating strategic initiatives
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Visio, and Excel
• Proven solid business acumen with ability to strategically consult with business and technical partners
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to create and foster an inclusive and collaborative team culture
• Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in process improvement and performance optimization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Power BI and / or SQL
• Experience with capacity planning
• Experience with data mining methods and optimization techniques
• Experience applying industrial engineering fundamentals in a service industry
• Proven excellent communication skills, including executive - level writing and presentation development

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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