Manager, Business Transformation

Manager, Business Transformation page is loaded## Manager, Business Transformation locations:
Chicago - 20 S. Wackertime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
33235
** Department:
Transformation and Execution
**** What You’ll Get
*** A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
* Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
* A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about our career opportunities here.
** What You’ll Do
*** Contribute to the design and implementation of comprehensive strategies to reshape operating models, processes, technology, and culture, aligning them with our bold organizational goals.
* Support the identification and development of Enterprise Transformation initiatives, contributing to the pipeline of new projects
* Lead and execute business transformation projects, including defining project scope and objectives, refining project direction, and demonstrating the short and long-term positive impact to the business.
* Actively lead and execute digital transformation projects, including the evaluation, implementation, and scaling of GenAI, AI agents, and advanced automation solutions to drive measurable business results.
* Influence and guide teams through periods of significant organizational evolution, nurturing a collaborative spirit and proactively addressing concerns.
* Build powerful alliances and influence stakeholders across all organizational tiers, building consensus and moving initiatives forward.
* Leverage the power of data and advanced analytical tools to inform critical decisions, closely track progress, and demonstrate tangible improvements in key performance indicators.
* Uncover inefficiencies and improve existing processes using cutting-edge methodologies like LEAN/Six Sigma.
** What You’ll Bring
*** A bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field; a master's degree is often preferred for this advanced role.
* Proven, hands-on experience in business transformation, change management, and process improvement, typically in a managerial capacity.
* Strong leadership qualities to inspire, motivate, and guide teams through significant organizational changes.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to articulate a vision, convey complex ideas, and gain buy-in from diverse stakeholders.
* The ability to analyze complex business challenges and develop innovative, data-driven solutions, and produce meaningful conclusions and recommendations that you implement.
* Demonstrated experience applying and scaling technology and software tools to drive digital transformation, including hands-on experience with GenAI, AI agents, Gemini, Automation Anywhere RPA, Appian, and Mendix, and an in-depth understanding of how technology can help achieve business goals.
* Knowledge of project management principles like Agile, PMP, or certifications in LEAN/Six Sigma are often advantageous.
* Demonstrated expertise in driving enterprise-wide change initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation.
* A track record of successfully navigating complex organizational structures and influencing cross-functional teams to achieve common objectives.#JR-1 #hybrid

CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $116,600-$194,300. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant).

Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time…