Analyst, Consulting - Performance Improvement

The Institute for Performance and Learning; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 paid personal days

Group pension with 4% matching

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

MNP University

Dress For Your Day environment

Firm sponsored social events

Job summary

MNP is a leading Canadian advisory firm seeking a Consulting Analyst in Performance Improvement & Operational Excellence. You will analyze data, develop improvement solutions, and implement changes for client organizations, communicating with c-suite and front-line teams across engagements.

Join a diverse professional team that helps clients achieve productivity and profitability, with opportunities to travel and contribute to large-scale transformations across Ontario and Canada.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, economics or related field.
• Involvement in competitive sports, music or the arts is an asset.
• A Lean Six Sigma certification is considered an asset.
• Comfortable with ambiguous situations and solving challenges that are not straight forward.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and see opportunities to improve it.
• Flexible to travel 50–75% of the time on projects within Ontario.
• Travel up to 20% within Ontario or Canada.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze complex data to identify challenges across operations, supply chain, finance, and HR.
• Develop solutions to improve productivity and profitability for clients.
• Propose and implement process changes using Lean, Six Sigma or other methodologies.
• Communicate with diverse groups and manage change effectively.
• Build client relationships at peer and management levels.
• Deliver consulting services including strategic planning, feasibility studies, and performance improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in business/related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact that matters with our Consulting - Performance Improvement & Operational Excellence team as an Analyst. This diverse team of professionals specializes in enhancing the enterprise value of organizations through operational and business improvement. You will find yourself solving the toughest business challenges which are often ambiguous and learn how to not just develop solutions but also implement them.

In this role, you will learn how to drive more profitability, grow in your ability to communicate and present your thoughts to both c-suite and front line team members of our clients’ organizations.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze complex data to determine potential challenges in an organization. Your role will require you to understand various disciplines in business including operations, supply chain, some finance and accounting, human resources.
• Develop solutions to help organizations improve their productivity and profitability
• Propose and assist in implementing process changes using Lean, Six Sigma or other process improvement methodology
• Implement solutions after they are designed, must be a good change management agent and good at communicating to diverse groups of people
• Develop positive working relationships with clients at the peer and management level
• Develop and implement key performance indicators
• Assist in delivery of consulting services such as strategic planning, business planning, feasibility studies, process improvement, performance improvement, organizational effectiveness and analytical studies, working at times independently and as part of a project team
• Propose/create optimal planning, execution and reporting tools
• Coordinate project logistics with clients and other stakeholders consistent with project plans
• Perform analysis and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data, including financial data, and present information in a clear, concise manner
• Collaborate with clients to develop a management operating system to support operational excellence
• Support the design, development, formatting and proofreading of high-quality professional reports, proposals and correspondence
• Provide a consistent, high level of client service based on client needs, including response to requests in a timely, accurate and professional manner
• Assist in and support ongoing improvements in project methods and development of technical knowledge
• Assist in promotion of MNP Consulting through the support and development of presentations, articles, workshops or participating in community activities
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• An undergraduate degree in business, economics, or other related field
• Involvement in competitive sports, music or the arts is an asset.
• A Lean Six Sigma certification is considered an asset
• Comfortable with ambiguous situations and solving challenges that are not straight forward.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and see opportunities to improve it
• Passionate about bringing out the full potential of individuals and organizations
• Motivated by generating tangible organizational and financial gains for our clients
• Flexibility to work at client sites 50 to 75% of the time on projects within Ontario. Must have the ability to drive to client sites outside of public transit routes.
• Flexibility to travel up to a maximum of 20% within Ontario or Canada

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

The annual salary range for this position is: $50,000 - $70,000

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

Future/Current Opportunity: Current