Master Scheduler Inventory Optimization Senior Consultant

Crowe; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A professional services firm is seeking a Master Scheduler Inventory Optimization Senior Consultant based in Nashville, TN. This role involves operational assessments and developing strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency. The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations or consulting. They should possess strong leadership and communication skills and be willing to travel extensively. A competitive salary range of $95,000 - $147,000 per year is offered, along with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to travel 80-100% and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct operational assessments through shop-floor observations.
• Develop and deploy KPIs to improve performance.
• Lead continuous process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing operations experience

Operational analysis

Process improvement

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a relevant field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Master Scheduler Inventory Optimization Senior Consultant

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you're trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. We continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services.

Job Description:

Crowe\'s Performance Improvement department in the Strategy & Transaction Advisory practice helps clients significantly improve their profitability by taking operational challenges, developing an executable improvement plan, quantifying the financial value associated with implementing the improvements, and partnering with our clients to capture the savings.

We are looking for a Master Scheduler Inventory Optimization Senior Consultant with manufacturing operations experience who can observe current company production numbers, identify gaps or inefficiencies within processes, and provide advice and recommendations to reduce and eliminate production issues.

Overview

Responsible for taking a holistic approach to identifying business improvement opportunities, developing solutions, managing initiatives, and identifying the resources needed to execute the process. Specific responsibilities include operational, financial and process analysis, strategy development, process reengineering, and modeling (e.g., LEAN/Six Sigma) and continuous improvement to deliver operational transformation.

Essential skills and responsibilities

• Perform assessments by conducting operational and shop-floor observations and using analytical skills to understand client environments
• Develop and deploy KPIs and operating systems to measure and improve operating performance
• Develop, manage, and lead continuous process improvement initiatives
• Deliver training, coach, and mentor client staff
• Execute assigned scope of work and ensure deliverables are achieved on time and within budget
• Leverage Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Improvement tools to enhance productivity

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Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a relevant field is required
• At least five (5) years of planning and scheduling, manufacturing operations and/or consulting experience in a manufacturing environment; operations consulting is a plus
• Ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills to interact with internal management and external client contacts
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interpersonal communication, influencing, and advanced Excel and PowerPoint abilities
• Must be willing to travel 80 - 100%

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree: MBA or Master\'s in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management
• Extensive operations consulting experience focused on driving large-scale performance improvements
• Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or other advanced analytical tools
• Preferred Locations: Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Nashville, TN

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe\'s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are and we expect all employees to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in compensation decisions. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,000.00 - $147,000.00 per year.

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. We provide flexibility and trust to deliver results and shape the future of our industry. We invite you to join us and grow with a firm that values innovation and people.

Our Benefits and Growth opportunities

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package and a culture that nurtures talent. You will have opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and a collaborative environment that supports inclusion and diversity.

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