Assistant Manager – Process Excellence

india, Uttar Pradesh, Aligarh

Full–time

Posted on: 2 days ago

We are looking for a relentless change agent to lead our Process Re-engineering and Automation initiatives. As the AM – Process Excellence , you won't just suggest improvements—you will diagnose systemic failures, design robust risk-mitigation strategies, and act as the bridge between manual operations and high-tech automation. You are the custodian of our "Error-Free" vision.

You will also lead the Escalation Management Desk , turning every crisis into a systemic process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process Re-engineering & Risk Mitigation
  • Analyze existing Service Delivery workflows and conduct end-to-end Process Re-engineering to eliminate waste and non-value-adding steps.
  • Perform FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to proactively identify and mitigate risks before they impact the end-user experience.
  • Identify process risks both pre- and post-redesign to ensure no new gaps are introduced during transitions.
  • Map inter-process dependencies across cross-functional teams and define CTQs (Critical to Quality) and formal definitions for all core delivery processes.

  • 2. Automation & "Error-Proofing" Architecture
  • Identify opportunities for Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing) through technology and system logic.
  • Draft comprehensive Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and define precise Business Rules for the Service Delivery Project and Automation teams.
  • Actively provide inputs to the Quality Control (QC) team to design and conduct targeted audits for errors that cannot be technologically error-proofed.
  • Prepare formal Change Management Proposals in discussion with cross-functional teams to enable smooth automation rollouts and organizational shifts.

  • 3. Escalation Management Desk & Error Intelligence
  • Lead the Escalation Management Desk, ensuring a rapid response mechanism for high-priority/CEO-level escalations.
  • This role requires your flexibility in working hours, and abililty to reach out and pacify concerned global learner.
  • Maintain a "Process-Wise Error Register" categorized by the root causes observed during escalations across all delivery verticals.
  • Maintain a Corrective Action Register and drive structural changes to ensure "Zero Repetition" of identified errors.
  • Draft responses and executive summaries for the CEO and key stakeholders regarding sensitive delivery matters.

  • 4. Documentation & Standard Operations
  • Take full ownership of the SOP Lifecycle: Frequently re-draft and update SOPs for respective teams based on the evolving scope of automation and process changes.
  • Maintain strict version control for all processes, policies, and SOP documentation.
  • Support the ISO team with documentation and facilitation of ISO audits.

  • Candidate Profile & Qualification:
  • Experience: 8–10 years in Process Excellence or Operations (Service Industry/EdTech experience preferred).
  • Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Certifications: Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or PMP.
  • Technical Savvy: Proven ability to translate complex operational needs into technical BRDs and automation logic.
  • Soft Skills (The "Must-Haves"):
  • The courage to put forward logical, data-backed views in any forum, even when challenging the status quo.
  • A passion for making tangible change rather than just following a checklist.
  • Ability to understand complex ch