Performance Improvement Consultant - Procurement & Manufacturing

Talmix; Delhi; Hybrid; INR 9,548,000 - 13,791,000; Full time

Job summary

MMC is seeking an experienced Performance Improvement Consultant to lead hands-on PI initiatives across procurement and manufacturing operations. The role is a six-month, full-time engagement with hybrid work in Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru, with travel to client sites as required.

Immediate start preferred; USD-denominated payout. The ideal candidate will bring a consulting background (MBB or equivalent) and strong PI implementation experience, plus exposure to fashion/apparel industry and the

Qualifications

• Hands-on PI implementation experience across procurement and manufacturing.
• Travel readiness to client sites.
• Experience with reputable consulting firms or MBAs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive hands-on PI initiatives across procurement and manufacturing operations.
• Identify inefficiencies and translate findings into actionable plans.
• Support cost optimization, process improvement, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and operational teams to implement measures.
• Track implementation progress, milestones, and business outcomes.
• Promote sustainable operational improvements across functions.

Skills

PI implementation

Procurement

Manufacturing operations

Consulting firm experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Job description

Performance Improvement Consultant – Procurement & Manufacturing

Engagement Type: Independent Consultant

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru, with travel to client sites as required.

Work Mode: Hybrid

Start Date: Immediate to 30 days max

Work Commitment: Full-time, 5 days per week (Hybrid working)

Compensation: Payout in USD

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Performance Improvement Consultant to support a high-impact consulting engagement with a leading global strategy consulting firm.

The role focuses on hands-on Performance Improvement (PI) implementation across procurement, manufacturing operations, and related business functions. The ideal candidate will combine a strong consulting background with practical implementation experience, helping translate improvement opportunities into tangible operational outcomes.

Experience in the fashion or apparel industry is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive hands-on Performance Improvement initiatives across procurement and manufacturing operations.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and translate findings into actionable improvement plans.
• Support cost optimization, process improvement, productivity enhancement, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Work closely with client stakeholders and operational teams to implement improvement measures.
• Track implementation progress, key milestones, and business outcomes.
• Support the adoption of sustainable operational improvements across relevant functions.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience with an MBB consulting firm at Consultant level, or equivalent experience with another well-established management consulting firm.
• Strong hands-on Performance Improvement implementation experience, particularly in procurement and/or manufacturing operations.
• Experience translating improvement recommendations into practical implementation plans and measurable business outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Preferred Background

• Experience in the fashion, apparel, or textile industry is strongly preferred.
• Retail industry experience is an added advantage.
• Exposure to procurement transformation, manufacturing excellence, cost reduction, supply chain optimization, or operational transformation.

What We're Looking For

A results-oriented consulting professional who can work hands-on with client teams, drive implementation, and deliver meaningful operational improvements. Candidates with a combination of management consulting experience and practical PI implementation expertise are encouraged to apply.

Engagement Details

• Six-month engagement with an ASAP start.
• Full-time commitment, five days per week.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Location in Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru, with travel to client sites as required.
• Competitive USD-denominated payout.