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Operational Excellence Analyst

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What is a process excellence analyst?

Process Excellence Analysts are professionals who focus on improving business processes within an organization. They analyze current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement strategies to optimize productivity and quality. Their work often involves using methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks to streamline operations and reduce costs. They collaborate with different departments to ensure processes are effective, sustainable, and aligned with organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a process excellence analyst?

To thrive as a Process Excellence Analyst, you need a strong background in process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma, analytical thinking, and a relevant degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with process mapping tools (such as Visio), data analysis software (like Excel or Minitab), and often a Lean Six Sigma certification are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and stakeholder management skills help you drive change and foster cross-functional collaboration. These skills are vital for identifying inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions, and ensuring continuous improvement within organizations.

What are some common challenges a process excellence analyst faces when driving process improvements across different departments?

Process Excellence Analysts often encounter challenges such as resistance to change, varying levels of process maturity across departments, and difficulties in aligning stakeholders with new initiatives. Building trust and clear communication is essential, as is tailoring improvement strategies to fit each team’s unique workflow and culture. Success in this role relies on strong collaboration skills and the ability to adapt proven methodologies, like Lean or Six Sigma, to diverse environments while ensuring that everyone understands the value of process changes.

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Infographic showing various Process Excellence Analyst job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Operational Excellence Analyst

Houston, TX

Penske
Automobile Dealers • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

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Job description

Position Summary:
The Operational Excellence Analyst is primarily responsible for completing tasks directly or indirectly supporting key initiatives within the Operational Excellence department.  The main tasks include, but are not limited to: Industrial Engineering related assignments, Data organization, manipulation, visualization and analysis, Documentation design, creation, and organization, & Identification and development of process improvements.

Major Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis / Report Generation:
   -Automate data retrieval and visualization processes
   -Perform analytics per traditional and new approaches
   -Develop and maintain data visualization dashboards

- Process Improvement / Process Automation:
   -Develop as is process mapping / analysis
   -Identify waste and develop solutions
   -Develop automation techniques to reduce waste

- Time Studies / Process Observation:
   -Observe processes at PTL and PL locations
   -Execute time studies: Setup - Execute - Report Out
   -Develop findings and recommendations reports

- Documentation Creation / Content Management:
   -Develop and maintain SOPs to support initiatives
   -Manage collaborate document management portals
   -Develop and maintain key departmental documents
   -Other projects as assigned by the supervisor

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree required, concentration in
- Degree in  Industrial Engineering, Engineering (other), Statistics, Business Analytics preferred
- Master's Degree preferred
- Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt, Lean certifications preferred
- 2 years of experience in a technical role utilizing data analysis or process analysis skillsets preferred. This can include coop or internship assignments
- 2 years in an Industrial Engineering or equivalent role preferred.  This can include coop or internship assignments
- Intermediate level of experience in Statistical Analysis and / or Process Automation
- Introductory level of experience in Project Management, Time Studies, and / or Process Mapping.
- Introductory level of experience using Minitab
- Should have the ability to problem solve in data structures
- Must have strong communication skills
- Must be well organized & be able to multi task / work on multiple projects
- Travel requirements will be in the 10-25% range
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
- Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.
 
Physical Requirements:
-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit.  The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.  The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
 
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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When you join Penske, you're joining a team that cares about doing its best. At each location, there's a strong sense of teamwork. We're all working together to move our customers forward. That's true for the 11,000+ vehicle repair associates who are working at hundreds of locations across the United States. Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates a premier fleet of vehicles and serves its customers from locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Penske's product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit www.GoPenske.com to learn more.

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Automobile dealers

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Headquarters location

Bloomfield Hills, MI, US

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