Lead Operations Consultant

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonus

Healthcare and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Leadership development opportunities

Transformative projects

Hybrid work model

Access to industry experts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Operations Consultant in Centurion, Gauteng to drive major client engagements and deliver sustainable improvements across manufacturing, logistics, and services. The role requires leading diverse teams, shaping operational strategy, and managing complex projects with a focus on efficiency and profitability.

The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree in a related field and at least 8 years of leadership experience in operations consulting.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in operations consulting, with leadership exposure.
• Expertise in lean methodologies, Six Sigma, supply chain management, and process re-engineering.
• Exceptional analytical skills and ability to interpret complex operational data.
• Strong leadership, team management and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with Gauteng province clients is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational consulting projects from inception to completion.
• Analyze existing operational processes, identify bottlenecks, and develop data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Design and implement strategies for supply chain optimization, lean manufacturing, and process automation.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track operational effectiveness and progress towards goals.
• Guide client teams through change management processes, ensuring smooth adoption of new operational models.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed operational changes.
• Mentor and develop a team of operations consultants, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted advisor relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry innovations and best practices in operations management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Mentoring

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Postgraduate degree in Operations Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished management consultancy firm, is seeking a highly accomplished Lead Operations Consultant to spearhead initiatives in Centurion, Gauteng. This senior position is designed for an individual with extensive expertise in optimizing business processes, supply chains, and overall operational efficiency. You will be responsible for leading client engagements, driving operational excellence, and delivering sustainable improvements that enhance productivity and profitability. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage complex projects, lead diverse teams, and foster strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will be passionate about operational improvement and possess a deep understanding of best practices in manufacturing, logistics, and service industries within the Centurion area and beyond. This is a key role for shaping the operational strategies of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational consulting projects from inception to completion.
• Analyze existing operational processes, identify bottlenecks, and develop data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Design and implement strategies for supply chain optimization, lean manufacturing, and process automation.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track operational effectiveness and progress towards goals.
• Guide client teams through change management processes, ensuring smooth adoption of new operational models.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed operational changes.
• Mentor and develop a team of operations consultants, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted advisor relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry innovations and best practices in operations management.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in operations consulting, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale operational improvement projects.
• Expertise in lean methodologies, Six Sigma, supply chain management, and process re-engineering.
• Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex operational data.
• Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage client expectations and deliver results in challenging environments.
• Experience with clients in the Gauteng province is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Chance to work on transformative projects impacting major organizations.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment in Centurion, Gauteng.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Access to a network of industry experts and thought leaders.