Lead Management Consultant - Operations

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

International travel opportunities

Private healthcare

Retirement contributions

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Management Consultant (Operations) to join their Durban-based consultancy. In this senior role you will drive operational excellence for clients, lead engagement teams, manage executive-level relationships, and shape the firm’s thought leadership in operations management.

You will optimize supply chains, manufacturing processes, and overall efficiency, develop performance dashboards, and ensure project profitability.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in operational management or management consulting focused on operations.
• Expertise in supply chain management, process optimization, and lean/six sigma.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex transformational projects.
• Strong negotiation and client management skills with trusted advisor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Analyze clients' operational performance to identify bottlenecks and efficiency gains.
• Lead design and implementation of operational improvement projects with lean methodologies.
• Oversee management of supply chains, logistics, and inventory systems for clients.
• Develop and implement performance metrics and dashboards to track progress.
• Manage client engagements from initiation to completion, ensuring satisfaction and profitability.

Skills

Operational leadership

Client management

Lean/Six Sigma

Supply chain optimization

Performance dashboards

Education

MBA or Master's in Operations Management/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Management Consultant with a specialization in Operations to join their thriving consultancy in Durban . In this senior capacity, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence for clients, optimizing their supply chains, manufacturing processes, and overall operational efficiency. You will lead engagement teams, manage client relationships at the executive level, and contribute significantly to the firm's thought leadership in operations management. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional passionate about transforming business operations and delivering tangible, sustainable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze clients' operational performance, identifying bottlenecks and developing strategies for efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Lead the design and implementation of operational improvement projects, including process mapping, workflow optimization, and lean methodologies.
• Oversee the management of supply chains, logistics, and inventory management systems to enhance client operations.
• Develop and implement performance metrics and dashboards to track operational progress and success.
• Manage client engagements from initiation to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in operational management or management consulting focused on operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in areas such as supply chain management, process optimization, and lean/six sigma.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex operational transformation projects.
• Strong negotiation and client management skills, with a history of building trusted advisor relationships.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a base salary and significant performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for international travel and exposure to global best practices.
• Access to advanced analytics tools and operational modeling software.
• A culture that promotes continuous learning and professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and retirement contributions in Durban .