Master Black Belt – Transformation & Value Stream Mapping Lead

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Brief about the Team & Fractal:

Fractal Analytics is Leading Fortune 500 companies leverage Big Data, analytics and technology to drive smarter, faster and more accurate decisions in every aspect of their business.

Fortune 500 companies recognize analytics is a competitive advantage to understand customers and make better decisions. We deliver insight, innovation and impact to them through predictive analytics and visual story-telling.

About the Role:

Fractal’s VORTEX Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revolutionizing AI-led consulting delivery through codified playbooks, automation, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are seeking a Master Black Belt – VSM Lead who will sit at the intersection of consulting transformation, lean process improvement, and AI enablement. This role will lead enterprise-wide consulting excellence initiatives by embedding value stream thinking into analytics operations, codifying reusable frameworks, and driving automation-led efficiencies at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead value stream mapping (VSM) workshops across analytics and consulting projects to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and streamline delivery.
• Codify consulting best practices into scalable playbooks and toolkits that drive repeatability and speed.
• Translate systemic inefficiencies into automation opportunities using AI/ML (e.g., copilots, dashboards, bots).
• Embed Unit of Value (UoV) definitions and success metrics into delivery engagements to track and maximize business impact.
• Drive future state design and structured implementation plans aligned with consulting and business goals.
• Partner with AI, delivery, and operations teams to integrate intelligent solutions into project lifecycles.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies and structured change frameworks.
• Coach delivery teams and SMEs on lean principles, consulting excellence, and agile delivery.
• Standardize workflows and roles across consulting engagements to ensure consistent governance and consulting readiness.
• Track and report success metrics such as reuse %, time-to-value, delivery satisfaction, and automation ROI.
• Capture and disseminate knowledge in the form of domain-specific frameworks

Qualifications:

• 8+ years in consulting operations, analytics delivery, or transformation roles.
• Master Black Belt or Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma required.
• Proven experience leading VSM and Lean transformation in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Strong understanding of analytics processes, data pipelines, and consulting project structures.
• Demonstrated capability to integrate AI and automation into business processes (ML Ops, copilots, automation tools).
• Skilled in agile delivery, structured problem-solving, and process optimization frameworks.
• Excellent workshop facilitation, stakeholder alignment, and storytelling abilities.
• Background in CPG and analytics preferred.

​Success Metrics

• % of projects adopting reusable consulting playbooks
• Time and cost savings via VSM and automation
• Stakeholder satisfaction and post-engagement feedback
• Reduction in analytics delivery cycle times

Impact

This role will be pivotal in transforming Fractal’s consulting delivery model—scaling it with AI precision, lean principles, and a continuous improvement mindset. You’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence, value creation, and future-proofing the consulting engine of a leading AI-driven organization.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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Experience Level

Senior Level