Operations Consulting - Manufacturing Strategy & Operations - Senior Associate

PwC; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 84,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate in Operations Consulting to enhance manufacturing strategy and operations. This role involves working closely with clients to optimize product development and manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and quality. You will leverage your critical thinking and analytical skills to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that drive business performance. Join a dynamic team that values client relationships and fosters personal growth while navigating complex challenges in a rapidly evolving environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver advisory services in manufacturing strategy.
• Experience in product development and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client needs and develop operational strategies.
• Provide guidance on lean manufacturing principles.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Data Interpretation

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science

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Specialty/Competency: Operations

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Time Type: Full time

Travel Requirements: Up to 60%

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In product development and manufacturing at PwC, you will specialise in improving product development and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with clients to analyse product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. Working in this area, you will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimising supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
  
  

Preferred Fields Of Study

Aerospace Engineering,Automotive Engineering,Biomedical Engineering,Chemical Engineering,Computer Engineering,Engineering,Engineering Mechanics,Engineering Physics,Industrial and Operations Engineering,Industrial Engineering,Materials Science and Engineering,Production Engineering,Project Engineering & Management,Mechanical Engineering,Biomedical Science,Computer and Information Science,Data Processing/Analytics/Science

Preferred Knowledge/Skills

Demonstrates knowledge and a proven record of success in or a desire to deliver advisory services in one of the following core industry sectors including, but not limited to:

• Industrial: Automotive; Aerospace; Chemicals; Industrial Manufacturing; or, Construction;
• Technology: Hardware/Electronics; Systems; Software; Semiconductor; or, Telecommunications;
• Life Sciences: Pharma, Bio Pharma, & Specialty Pharma;ÊMedical Device, Medical Technology & Diagnostics; Generics; or, Animal Health; and,
• Consumer Markets: Food & Beverage; Goods; or, Vertically Integrated Retail.
  
  

Functional Experience

Demonstrates knowledge and a proven record of success in or a desire to deliver advisory services in the following capability areas:

• Manufacturing Strategy & Operating Model Development;
• Physical Manufacturing Network Analysis & Optimization;
• Pre/Post M&A Activities;
• New Product Introduction / Launch Management; and,
• Contract Manufacturing, Tolling, CDMO Management.Demonstrates proven experience or a desire to deliver advisory services in the following capability areas:
• Operations Excellence;
• Maintenance & Reliability Management;
• Digital Manufacturing; and,
• Digital Automation.Demonstrates some proven abilities to collaborate and work with a diverse team including:
• Basic problem solving and analysis skills;
• Financial modeling skills;
• Basic spreadsheet, presentation and document development skills;
• Demonstrates the ability to build, maintain, and utilize networks of client relationships;
• Interpersonal skills and proactive communication; and,
• Collaborative and "can-do" mindset eager to take on challenges.
  
  

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines

The salary range for this position is: $84,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Accounting, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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