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How much do senior performance excellence consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior performance excellence consultant in the United States is $117,804.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Performance Excellence Consultant vs Continuous Improvement Specialist?

AspectSenior Performance Excellence ConsultantContinuous Improvement Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires certifications like Lean, Six Sigma Black Belt, or PMPOften holds Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt, or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks across multiple departments to optimize processes and drive strategic initiativesFocuses on process improvements within specific teams or departments
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in consulting firms, manufacturing, healthcare, and corporate sectorsFound in manufacturing, healthcare, and service industries
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for senior roles in performance improvement and consultingCompared for roles focused on continuous process enhancements

The Senior Performance Excellence Consultant typically has broader responsibilities, strategic oversight, and often works across multiple departments, whereas the Continuous Improvement Specialist focuses on specific process improvements within teams. Both roles require similar certifications and are prevalent in industries aiming for operational excellence.

What does a Senior Performance Excellence Consultant do?

A Senior Performance Excellence Consultant helps organizations improve their efficiency, productivity, and overall performance. They analyze business processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or other quality management methodologies. These consultants often lead teams, provide training, and ensure that best practices are followed to achieve sustainable results. Their work involves collaborating with various departments to drive organizational change and deliver measurable outcomes.

How does a Senior Performance Excellence Consultant typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive organizational improvements?

A Senior Performance Excellence Consultant works closely with various departments—such as operations, quality, and leadership—to identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains. They facilitate workshops, lead root cause analyses, and help teams implement continuous improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma. Effective communication and the ability to translate technical concepts into actionable strategies are essential, as the consultant often bridges gaps between teams with differing priorities. This collaborative approach ensures that improvement initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and have broad support across the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Performance Excellence Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Performance Excellence Consultant, you need expertise in process improvement methodologies (such as Lean, Six Sigma), data analysis, and a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with tools like Minitab, Tableau, and project management software, along with Six Sigma Black Belt or similar certifications, is typically required. Outstanding leadership, facilitation, and communication skills enable you to drive change and build consensus across diverse teams. These skills ensure the successful implementation of performance initiatives that enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
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Senior Performance Excellence Consultant

Senior Performance Excellence Consultant

Trinity Health

Muskegon, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Trinity Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 349 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

592nd of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
Location: Trinity Health Muskegon
Total Rewards and Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
  • Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose:
Participates in developing and leading the strategy to integrate Process Excellence thinking into the culture of the organization. Coaches/trains individuals and teams throughout the organization from front line associates to Senior Leadership Team in problem identification and resolution, using Process Excellence (Px) principles and tools while achieving sustainable positive results for the organization. Trains Process Excellence Consultants and Specialists through their development plans. Senior Consultants are primarily responsible for the execution of the Px strategy at the departmental level for assigned areas of focus.
Status available: Full-time
Required Qualifications:
Education
  • Bachelor's degree (accredited by national accrediting agency approved by the U.S. Secretary of Education) in a relevant field, e.g.; Business, Engineering, Health Administration, or other healthcare related field.
  • Preferred: Advanced degree, e.g.; MBA, or previous work experience that demonstrates an understanding of broader business needs

Licensure
  • Five to seven years of full-time experience as a Lean practitioner and/or leader, coaching frontline to senior leader level, including multi-disciplinary business groups. Experienced in advanced concepts/tools of the Toyota Production System, including a comprehensive understanding of the Lean/TPS culture, philosophy, principles and tools. Two years of healthcare operations experience.
  • Preferred: Two years of formal operations leadership experience overseeing progressively complex projects and interfacing with executive leaders. Individuals with more than 7 years of full-time experience as a Lean
    coach with experience coaching at the senior leadership level may be considered in lieu of college degree requirements.

Experience
  • Proficiency in applying Lean/TPS to health care related problems. Ability to plan for and move organizational culture toward Lean/TPS thinking. Proficiency and expertise in identifying and articulating process improvement opportunities and providing persuasive consultation. Strong communication, organizational, negotiation and leadership skills. Ability to facilitate communications between diverse groups and effectively influence and present advisory consultation. Strong interpersonal and relationship
    building skills to develop productive working partnerships with leaders, managers, and staff. Experience developing curriculum and training material utilizing adult learning principles. Strong project management, process redesign, and analytical skills. Self-motivated and self-directed in fulfilling assigned tasks/responsibilities with proven ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to analyze complex sets of information and data to understand problems clearly. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of humility, honesty, integrity, team-first orientation, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Trinity Health.
  • Preferred: Ability to coach senior-level leader

What you will do:
  • Coaches others to assess key initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Leads and/or participates in Px training module development. Topics may include Lean and change leadership.
  • Participates in developing and implementing Px strategy at a departmental and organization level.
  • Leads the execution of the Px strategy for assigned areas.
  • Delivers all types of Px training. Delegates work, monitors progress and provides guidance to lower-level professional staff.
  • Serves as a technical knowledge resource on Px tools to both leadership and associates.
  • Connects Px work to Mercy Health strategic plan, mission, vision, values and guiding behaviors.
  • Responsible for identifying and articulating process improvement opportunities. Provides on-going communication, consulting and analytical support to leaders, managers and associates relative to new opportunities and other issues.

Click Here to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Livonia, MI, US

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