Associate Director Business Process Optimization

Company: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Location: Armonk
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

The Associate Director, Business Process Optimization will serve as a strategic leader and expert practitioner driving process improvement and operational excellence. This role requires deep expertise in Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Theory of Constraints, and other process improvement methodologies combined with a proven ability to develop and scale new functional disciplines within an organization with the ability to influence peers and leaders to take the action required to achieve improved outcomes. The Associate Director will establish a new Business Transformation sub-function for process engineering, providing mentorship to scale the discipline, while leading the identification of improvement opportunities through data-driven insights, collaborating with SMEs on process optimization activities, and regularly engaging with senior leadership to ensure insights drive process improvement priorities. In a typical day, you will, Identify process bottlenecks through data driven techniques, partner with SMEs in the development of process improvement plans and engage with senior leaders to drive action and achieve improved outcomes. Leverage individual contribution by combining knowledge, skills and best-practice methods to lead data-driven process optimization. Lead Business Process Design Activities in partnership with leadership and cross-functional Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to evaluate current state workflows, define business requirements, and develop streamlined future state processes. Drive business process alignment and integration across multiple transformation programs, functional areas, and other strategic initiatives Partner with Data Analytics to establish key performance metrics and reports to evaluate process effectiveness and business value delivery Align with Processes & Procedures to conduct process impact assessments and integrate future business processes into SOPs and controlled documentation Support Organizational Change Management to define stakeholder impact and provide process guidance to ensure successful adoption Collaborate with IT on technology solutions to enable effective process execution Collaborate with Program Managers, Project Managers, and cross-functional Project Teams to drive execution of projects autonomously while ensuring alignment with business objectives Lead the development of Process Optimization Standard Frameworks and Methodologies Support the creation of Process Optimization Upskilling Experiences for others including leading development of Process optimization content for inclusion in the Business Transformation Community of Practice Organize and maintain comprehensive process documentation to ensure information is accessible and secure. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members in the areas of Business Process Design and Process Optimization Competencies: Methodology and Tools : Expert Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints and BPM software to design and implement streamlined, scalable business processes that align with organizational strategy. Systematic Thinking : Demonstrated experience in structured problem-solving and decision-making methodologies. Data Driven: Proven expertise in leveraging data analytics, advanced reporting tools, and KPI development to shape decision-making, with advanced proficiency in visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI to communicate insights effectively. Critical Thinking : Highly skilled in evaluating complex business scenarios, identifying high-impact process improvements, and aligning them with overarching strategic objectives. Logical Reasoning : Applies logical reasoning to understand and manage intricate process flows, interdependencies, and organizational dynamics effectively. Problem Solving : Expertise in diagnosing multifaceted process challenges, designing innovative solutions, and leading change initiatives to completion. Attention to Detail : Ensures rigorous evaluation of processes and outcomes, maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistency through advanced methodologies. Organizational Skills : Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, utilizing process mapping and workflow tools to ensure clarity, scalability, and alignment with business goals. Executive Communication : Exceptional ability to articulate complex process strategies and outcomes clearly and persuasively to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders. Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to foster collaboration and alignment across cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders. In order to be considered qualified for this role a minimum of a Bachelors Degree and 10 years of progressive and relevant industry experience in a process development and/or process optimization role. MS in a related field or MBA Preferred. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Preferred. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter. Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regenerons roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regenerons on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Salary Range (annually) $157,200.00 - $256,600.00

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