Senior Consultant - Life Sciences

Sia; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home working allowance

Apple MacBook

26 days holiday

Annual bonus

Mobility options

Pension plan

Job summary

Sia in Amsterdam is seeking a Senior Consultant in Life Sciences who will drive optimization and digitization of production and quality processes for leading global clients.

You will lead cross-functional teams, translate strategic goals into actionable projects, and collaborate with business and IT to deliver measurable value.

This role offers international exposure, challenging assignments, and the freedom to work from home or at client sites, with a homeworking allowance.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc level education in a relevant field.
• 5-7 years in process optimization and digital transformation.
• Proficient in BPMN and tools such as Adonis or Aris.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge; Green/Black Belt a plus.
• Experience in Life Sciences with MES/ERP/LIMS/QMS is preferred.
• Fluent Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design and implementation of processes using GRIPP.
• Independently lead complex projects and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Model and optimize business processes using BPMN.
• Draw up product breakdowns for large-scale projects (3–50 million euros).
• Advise clients on digital transformation and best practices.
• Provide training and coaching teams to implement new processes.

Skills

Team player

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BSc/MSc level education

Tools

BPMN modeling

Adonis

Aris

Job description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and drivenby responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity.

With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Job Description

Do you want to be the driving force behind the success of the world's largest Life Science companies by optimizing and digitizing their production and quality processes?

At Sia, you'll work for leading international Life Science organizations that are among the world's top performers. You'll work on optimizing and digitizing operations and quality processes, going beyond mere consulting. You'll use your expertise to deliver strategic results that create lasting value. Is this the next step in your career? Then read on!

Who we are

We bring out the best in organizations by creating value with optimal processes and digital solutions. We enjoy doing this every day. Our goal? Translating complex issues into practical, innovative solutions that keep our clients at the forefront. We're passionate about what we do and apply it daily in sectors such as Life Sciences, Telecom, Financial Services, and Manufacturing, both in the Netherlands and abroad. We achieve this through our expertise in Process & People, Data & AI, and Technology, and our proven GRIPP methodology.

Your role

As a Senior Consultant in Life Sciences, you'll play a key role in developing solutions that perfectly align with our clients' strategic goals. From process analysis to implementation, you'll be in the lead. You'll work with multidisciplinary and international teams on projects that have a social impact, building bridges between business and IT. You'll do this by listening carefully and sensing when to take the lead and when to step back.

This is what you'll do

• Analyse, design, and implement processes using our GRIPP methodology.
• Independently lead complex projects and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Model and optimize business processes using BPMN tools.
• Draw up product breakdowns for large-scale, long-term projects with significant budgets (3 to 50 million euros).
• Advising clients on digital transformation and best practices.
• Providing training and coaching teams to successfully implement new processes.

Qualifications

This is you

You are curious, analytically strong, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented. You know how to improve business processes with an eye for both operational details and strategic goals. You have a talent for collaboration and communicate clearly at all levels within an organisation. Furthermore, you are:

• A team player who encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Able to switch between operational details and strategic goals.
• Strong in stakeholder management at all levels, from operational to C-level.
• Analytical and solution-oriented, with a keen eye for detail and interdependencies.
• Positive, eager to learn, and able to motivate others.

What you bring to the table

• BSc or MSc work and thinking level.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in process optimization and digital transformation.
• Proficiency in process modeling (BPMN) and experience with tools such as Adonis or Aris.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt is a plus).
• Experience in Life Sciences and systems such as MES, ERP, LIMS, or QMS is preferred.
• Excellent command of Dutch (fluent) and English.

What you can expect from us

Your development is our priority. Whether it’s through challenging projects, inspiring colleagues or personal growth, we invest in your success, every step of the way.

We offer:

• An attractive salary that grows with your experience and performance.
• A yearly bonus based on your individual and team results.
• Sustainable and practical mobility options, whether you prefer to travel by train, bike, or your own vehicle.
• A solid pension plan and additional benefits to support your well-being.
• Freedom in where you work, from home, at the client’s office, or in one of our inspiring hubs in Amsterdam or Maastricht, including a home working allowance to make remote work comfortable.
• The best tools to do your job, including an Apple MacBook.
• 26 days of holiday per year, with the opportunity to earn extra days as your seniority grows.
• Plenty of learning opportunities, from mentoring and training programs to international projects that broaden your perspective.
• A strong community, where connection matters – we organize regular social and sports activities to celebrate successes together.

Do you have the drive and enthusiasm to help build our great company, and does this position sound like a perfect fit for you? We'd love to get to know you!

Additional Information

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide a work permit for this position.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or disciplinary actions, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, and business needs.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct or business needs.