Senior Management Consultant - Operations Improvement

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Career development

Team training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Management Consultant focused on Operations Improvement to join our client’s team in East London. You will drive efficiency by diagnosing bottlenecks and implementing best practices across core operations.

A hands-on leader with 5+ years in operations consulting will design KPI dashboards, lead client engagements, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver measurable performance gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in operations consulting or process improvement.
• Proven track record leading operational improvement projects with measurable results.
• Strong analytical skills: process mapping, data analysis, and simulation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, with client experience in East London.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements diagnosing operational challenges and developing improvement plans.
• Analyze processes, supply chains, and resource allocation to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Design and implement solutions to enhance performance, productivity, and quality.
• Develop KPIs and reporting to track progress and sustain improvements.
• Collaborate with client teams to foster continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Process mapping

Data analysis

Simulation techniques

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or Master’s degree advantageous

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Management Consultant focused on Operations Improvement to join their team in East London . You will be responsible for driving efficiency and effectiveness for clients by analyzing and optimizing their core business operations. This role requires a hands-on approach, leveraging analytical expertise to identify bottlenecks, streamline processes, and implement best practices. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented problem-solver with a strong understanding of operational methodologies and a passion for delivering tangible improvements that enhance client performance and profitability in the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on diagnosing operational challenges and developing strategic improvement plans.
• Analyze operational processes, supply chains, and resource allocation to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Design and implement solutions to enhance operational performance, productivity, and quality.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting mechanisms to track progress and ensure sustained improvements.
• Collaborate closely with client teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• An MBA or relevant Master's degree is advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in operations consulting, process improvement, or a similar role within industry.
• Proven track record in leading operational improvement projects and delivering measurable results.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in process mapping, data analysis, and simulation techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients in East London .

Benefits

• A competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Exposure to diverse operational challenges and strategic projects within the Eastern Cape.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and advanced training.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment that promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement fund, and other employee benefits.