Continuous Improvement Consultant

Kaizen Institute; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Mobility programmes

Flex Fridays

Phone budget

Health insurance

Training week abroad

Job summary

Kaizen Institute is seeking a recent engineering graduate for a hands-on consulting role. You will analyse data to identify improvement opportunities and map processes to uncover inefficiencies, then lead workshops with client teams to redesign operations for measurable gains.

You will translate strategic objectives into practical solutions, travel to client sites, and collaborate with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with an Engineering degree.
• Fluent in French and/or Dutch (Flemish).
• Analytical and motivated by problem-solving.
• Proactive and adaptable mindset with strong willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong team player with empathy and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Map and assess end-to-end processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Lead and facilitate transformation and process redesign workshops with client teams.
• Redesign operations to deliver measurable performance improvements.
• Translate strategic objectives into practical, actionable solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Launch your consulting career with Kaizen!

Since 1985, Kaizen Institute has been helping organisations around the world continuously improve their processes through the Kaizen/Lean methodology.

We operate in more than 60 countries and work with leading companies across sectors such as manufacturing and healthcare, driving operational impact and sustainable results.

What we are looking for

You will work with leading clients to redesign and optimise their operations, transforming inefficient processes into high-performing ways of working.

Your responsibilities

• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Map and assess end-to-end processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Lead and facilitate transformation and process redesign workshops with client teams.
• Redesign operations to deliver measurable performance improvements.
• Translate strategic objectives into practical, actionable solutions.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role, primarily based on-site at client locations, offering direct exposure to decision-makers and senior management teams.

• Recent graduate with an Engineering degree
• Fluent in French and/or Dutch (Flemish)
• Analytical, curious and motivated by problem-solving
• Proactive and adaptable mindset, with a strong willingness to learn and grow in a demanding environment.
• Strong team player with empathy and excellent communication skills, able to present ideas clearly and foster collaboration.
• Knowledge of project management, with the ability to manage deadlines, prioritise tasks and coordinate teams to achieve client objectives.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site (valid driving licence required).

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonus.
• Fast learning curve with clear career progression opportunities.
• International opportunities to work on projects abroad and participate in mobility programmes.
• Flexible Fridays: an opportunity to catch up on outstanding work, learn new skills or enjoy a long weekend.
• Annual budget towards the purchase of an upgraded mobile phone, including a communication plan.
• Continuous training and mentoring to develop your consulting skills.
• Health insurance.
• An exceptional annual training week abroad with all your colleagues.

Kaizen Institute is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Applications from people with disabilities, chronic illnesses or oncological conditions are welcome, subject to the submission of a medical certificate confirming the disability, provided that their clinical condition is compatible with the requirements of the position.