Global Process Excellence Lead (Remote)

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Technology stipend

Professional development

Global exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Consultant to spearhead remote business process optimization for a global client base. You will analyze complex processes, design improvements and drive measurable ROI from a home office setup.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in consulting, strong Lean/Six Sigma experience, and excellent virtual facilitation and stakeholder management. Remote-first role with global client exposure and clear career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in business process analysis, re-engineering and optimization, preferably in consulting.
• Expertise with Lean, Six Sigma, BPMN or similar methodologies.
• Ability to lead complex projects and manage remote teams effectively.
• Exceptional virtual communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient with digital collaboration tools and process-mapping software.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving and independence.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset for a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and implementation of process optimization for global clients.
• Analyze current state processes to identify inefficiencies, risks and improvements.
• Document future state maps, workflows and standard operating procedures.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and training with clients and teams.
• Use digital tools to manage projects, track progress and communicate openly.
• Advise on best practices in operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage remote project timelines, deliverables and client relationships.
• Mentor junior consultants and client personnel involved in improvements.
• Measure and report ROI of implemented changes.

Skills

Leadership

Remote teamwork

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Miro

Asana

Visio/Lucidchart

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Consultant to spearhead remote business process optimization for a global client base. You will analyze complex processes, design improvements and drive measurable ROI from a home office setup.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in consulting, strong Lean/Six Sigma experience, and excellent virtual facilitation and stakeholder management. Remote-first role with global client exposure and clear career growth.