Management Consultant - Operations

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Professional development

Medical aid and retirement fund

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Management Consultant focused on Operations to drive client productivity and cost‑efficiency on-site, partnering with client teams.

You will analyze processes, map value streams, and design improved workflows, leading Lean, Six Sigma, and supply‑chain optimization projects from concept to implementation.

This hands‑on role offers diverse client exposure, practical problem solving, and training to ensure sustainable performance gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related discipline.
• At least 4 years of experience in operations consulting, process improvement, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process-improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client operational processes to identify bottlenecks and efficiency gains.
• Design and implement improved workflows, supply chain optimizations, and quality management systems.
• Develop business cases quantifying benefits and implementation costs.
• Manage projects focused on process re-engineering and performance enhancement.
• Provide training and support to client teams to ensure adoption of new procedures.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Operations Management / Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a dedicated Management Consultant with a focus on Operations to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role is integral to enhancing client operational efficiency, streamlining processes, and driving performance improvements. You will work on-site with clients to understand their operational challenges, design effective solutions, and guide them through implementation, contributing to tangible improvements in productivity and cost-effectiveness. This position offers a chance to apply your expertise in a practical, hands-on manner within a collaborative consulting environment in the heart of the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client operational processes, identifying bottlenecks and areas for efficiency gains.
• Design and implement improved operational workflows, supply chain optimizations, and quality management systems.
• Develop business cases for operational changes, quantifying potential benefits and implementation costs.
• Manage projects focused on process re-engineering and performance enhancement.
• Provide training and support to client teams to ensure successful adoption of new operational procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in operations consulting , process improvement, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable operational insights.
• Proficiency in project management and stakeholder engagement within client organizations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse client base on impactful operational projects.
• Professional development programs focused on operations and supply chain excellence.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• A collaborative and results-oriented team culture.