Senior People Process Optimization Strategist

About the Role We are building a more efficient, intelligent, and AI-enabled People Operating System. As a Senior People Process Optimization Strategist, you will drive the execution of process transformation initiatives that improve the end-to-end employee experience across DoorDash and Wolt. You’ll own workstreams within a broader transformation roadmap, identifying inefficiencies, redesigning processes, and implementing scalable, tech-enabled solutions. This role is equal parts process design, execution, and change management: success is not just delivering solutions, but ensuring they are adopted and deliver measurable impact. You will partner closely with COEs, People Business Partners, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams globally, and report to the Senior Manager, People Process Transformation and Continuous Improvement. You will report to the Senior Manager, People Process Transformation and Continuous Improvement. Success in this role looks like: faster, simpler processes; high adoption of new ways of working; and clear, measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and employee experience. You’re excited about this opportunity because you will… Own and execute process transformation initiatives across People functions (e.g., HR, Talent Acquisition, onboarding, lifecycle processes) Analyze current-state processes to identify inefficiencies, root causes, and automation opportunities Redesign workflows using continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to reduce friction and cycle times Partner with Product and Engineering to deliver scalable, tech-enabled solutions Drive change management for new processes, including stakeholder alignment, communication, and rollout planning Assess change impacts, identify risks, and build mitigation plans to support successful implementation Develop enablement materials (e.g., playbooks, training, guidance) to ensure teams can effectively adopt new processes Define and track success metrics (e.g., time savings, SLA improvements, quality, adoption) and iterate based on results Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to align on requirements and move initiatives forward Build and maintain dashboards or reporting to monitor process performance and identify gaps Ensure solutions are intuitive, scalable, and drive sustained behavior change and improved employee experience We’re excited about you because… 4–8+ years of experience in process transformation, continuous improvement, or operations (HR/People experience a plus) Hands-on experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (certification a plus, not required) Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements (e.g., reduced cycle time, cost savings, increased quality or adoption) Experience driving or supporting change management and adoption of new processes, systems, or tools Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and translate insights into practical solutions Comfort working cross-functionally with business, operations, and technical stakeholders Ability to manage multiple workstreams and operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment Data-driven mindset with the ability to define success metrics and measure impact Clear communicator who can influence without direct authority and translate complex changes into actionable guidance We expect this position to be filled by 6/8/26. Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an AEDT in NYC. As part of the hiring and/or promotion process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate submitted applications. We began using Covey Scout for Inbound from August 21, 2023, through December 21, 2023, and resumed using Covey Scout for Inbound again on June 29, 2024. The Covey tool has been review ... (truncated, view full listing at source)