Confie

Lead the enterprise reengineering portfolio, redesign end-to-end processes with business and functional leaders, and support implementation, automation, controls, and benefits tracking. | Requires a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in process improvement or transformation, with strength in process design, analytics, stakeholder leadership, and technology-enabled implementation. | Pay Range: • $150000 - $175000 / year Purpose To lead Confie's business process improvements and business transformation agenda across a diversified operating model that includes insurance distribution and general agency operations, business process outsourcing (BPO), franchising, and enabling corporate functions Run the reengineering center of excellence, establish standards and prioritization, and partner with business and functional leaders to redesign end-to-end processes, embed control by design, enable automation, and deliver measurable operating results Essential Duties & Responsibilities Reengineering Strategy and Portfolio Leadership: • Lead the reengineering program and portfolio, including intake, triage, prioritization, and road map management aligned to enterprise priorities • Build and maintain process architecture and a pipeline of high-impact opportunities across customer, operational, and enabling functions • Develop business cases and benefits hypotheses for prioritization initiatives, including cost, cycle time, quality, capacity, customer experience, and control performance • Establish standards for discovery, documentation, measurement, and handoffs to delivery teams Discovery, Design, and Solution Definition: • Lead structured discovery and current state analysis using value stream mapping, process mapping, root cause analysis, and waste identification • Facilitate future state design that clarifies process steps, roles, decision points, exceptions, service levels, and control by design • Define requirements, operating model implications, and performance measures for redesigned processes • Partner with stakeholders to align scope, decision rights, and readiness needs, including policy updates, training, communications, and change enablement Controls by Design: • Embed control requirements into process redesign from inception, including preventive and detective controls, auditability, access discipline, segregation of duties, exception handling, and monitoring triggers • Partner with Legal, Compliance, Finance, Technology, and Operations to align controls with regulatory requirements and practical execution Delivery Model and Implementation Enablement: • Operate as a center of excellence that enables implementation by business owners and delivery teams while providing disciplined governance and support • Define implementation plans with clear ownership, milestones, dependencies, and adoption measures • Support execution through launch readiness, pilot training, training and job aids, cutover support, and post-launch stabilization • Establish benefits realization tracking and performance reviews to sustain improvements Automation and Technology Enablement: • Partner with the Technology and Data teams to translate process redesign into workflow enablement, system configuration changes, automation opportunities, and decision support capabilities • Identify and prioritize automation opportunities, including rules-based automation, low-code workflows, document and data routing, and analytics-enabled decisioning where appropriate • Ensure measurement systems are defined and operationalized, including process performance indicators, control-monitoring signals, and benefits-realization reporting Stakeholders Leadership and Communication: • Lead cross-functional working sessions, workshops, and governance routines with a clear agenda, decision, and follow-through • Communicate progress, risks, and decisions to leaders using concise narratives and data-supported reporting • Build strong relationships with functional leaders to drive adoption and reduce friction to implementation Team Leadership and Capability Building: • Lead and develop a team of process analysts, continuous improvement leads, and transformation resources as assigned • Create reusable toolkits, templates, and standards that improve consistency and speed of delivery • Coach stakeholders on process thinking, measurement discipline, and change adoption Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree required, an advanced degree preferred 8 or more years of progressive experience in process improvement, business transformation, business process management (BPM), operational excellence, or reengineering Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives from discovery through implementation and sustained performance Experience in insurance, financial services, franchising, regulated operations, and/or outsourced service delivery models is strongly preferred Expertise in end-to-end process design, value stream mapping, process mapping, root cause analysis, and operating model definition Ability to translate process design into implementable requirements across operations and technology teams Strong orientation to automation and workflow enablement in partnership with technology teams Strong analytical capability, including benefits modeling and performance measurement Proficiency with process mapping and analysis tools such as Microsoft Visio Experience with workflow and automation platforms, including low-code automation and robotic process automation (RPA), and partnering with Technology teams to translate process designs into build-ready requirements Experience using project and portfolio management tools to manage intake prioritization, delivery plans, and status reporting (Smartsheet or equivalent) Strong capability with data and reporting tools to define metrics, track benefits, and monitor performance (for example, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) Familiarity with documentation and knowledge management tools to create and maintain standards, templates, and reusable playbooks (SharePoint) Excellent facilitation, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills Preferred Skills Credentials that demonstrate process transformation capability are valued, including Lead Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Business Process Professional (CBPP), or comparable certifications Specific Platforms: UiPath, ServiceNow, and QPR Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice Notice As permitted by applicable law and from time-to-time, Confie may use a computer system that has elements of artificial intelligence to help make decisions about your employment, including recruitment, hiring, renewal of employment, or the terms and conditions of your employment. Employees with questions about Confie's use of these computer systems should contact Human Resources at talent@confie.com

Manage retail-location lease renewals, restructures, and terminations while coordinating with Finance, Legal, and Operations to control occupancy costs and mitigate financial risks. | Requires a bachelor's degree and at least five years of commercial retail real estate transaction experience, including strong financial analysis and lease documentation and negotiation skills. | Pay Range:   * $110000 - $120000 / year  Our Perks & Benefits: * Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance * Performance-based bonuses to reward your contributions* * Paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance * Flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, if eligible * Retirement Plan (401k) with company-matched contributions * Education Advancement, for employees and qualified dependents, via the Confie Enablement Scholarship Fund * Fitness Reimbursement – up to $15/month for gym memberships * Inclusive workplace through a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion * Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for personal or professional challenges, at no cost * Extra Perks – optional plans for disability, hospital indemnity, health advocate program, universal life, critical illness, accident insurance, and even pet insurance   Purpose Responsible for managing a portfolio of existing retail locations within the Western United States, including lease renewals, restructures, amendments, assignments, landlord consents, buyouts, and lease terminations. Partner with Operations, Finance, Legal, and Executive Leadership to optimize occupancy costs, mitigate risks, and support portfolio performance through strategic lease negotiations and proactive portfolio management   Essential Duties & Responsibilities Negotiate lease renewals, rent reductions, restructures, amendments, extensions, expansions, assignments, and terminations for an assigned portfolio of retail locations Manage all aspects of lease renewal negotiations from strategy development through execution Analyze lease economics and develop negotiation strategies designed to reduce occupancy costs and improve flexibility Prepare financial analyses and business cases to support renewal, relocation, downsizing, consolidation, or closure recommendations Present transaction recommendations and approval requests to senior leadership Develop and maintain a rolling renewal pipeline and ensure timely execution of lease transactions prior to critical notice and expiration dates Build and maintain productive relationships with landlords, property managers, brokers, and landlord legal counsel Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Facilities, Construction, and Legal to support portfolio objectives Negotiate and document landlord approvals, consents, estoppels, SNDA agreements, assignments, and related lease matters Manage lease terminations, buyouts, and disposition strategies to minimize financial exposure Review and interpret lease agreements to identify risks, opportunities, and operational impacts Support due diligence efforts for mergers, acquisitions, diversitures, and portfolio integration activities Monitor market conditions and rental trends within assigned territories to support negotiation strategies Maintain accurate records, reports, forecasts, and transaction documentation Ensure compliance with company approval processes, lease policies, and delegation of authority requirements Prepare recurring portfolio reports, occupancy cost analyses, and renewal status updates for management   Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) required 5+ years of commercial retail real estate transaction experience Demonstrated experience negotiating lease renewals, amendments, restructures, and other portfolio transactions Strong financial and analytical skills, including occupancy cost analysis and return-on-investment evaluation Experience interpreting complex lease documents and coordinating with legal counsel Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis Experience with lease administration platforms and real estate databases Strong understanding of retail site economics and occupancy costs management Ability to manage a large portfolio of transactions simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines Willingness to travel throughout assigned territory as needed   Preferred Skills Proven track record of achieving rent savings and favorable lease economics Strong negotiation and influencing skills Ability to develop transaction strategies aligned with broader business objectives Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to make recommendations to senior leadership Strong project management and organizational capabilities Ability to interpret financial statements, store performance metrics, and occupancy cost reports Experience supporting multi-state retail portfolios Ability to prioritize a high volume of transactions in a deadline-driven environment Strong work ethic and positive attitude Self-starter who is able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team as projects dictate   Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice   Notice  As permitted by applicable law and from time-to-time, Confie may use a computer system that has elements of artificial intelligence to help make decisions about your employment, including recruitment, hiring, renewal of employment, or the terms and conditions of your employment. Employees with questions about Confie’s use of these computer systems should contact Human Resources at talent@confie.com