Management Consultant - Operations and Supply Chain

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Office in Nelspruit

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Management Consultant in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, to help clients optimize supply chains, boost operational efficiency, and elevate business performance from our Mbombela office. You will analyze complex processes, design innovative solutions, and guide implementation while collaborating with client stakeholders and internal experts.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years in management consulting focusing on operations and supply chain,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field required.
• 3–5 years in management consulting or related operations roles.
• Proven track record in optimizing supply chains.
• Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage projects in an office-based team.

Responsibilities

• Assess client supply chain and operations processes.
• Identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities.
• Design and implement supply chain optimization strategies.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Manage project work streams and client relationships.
• Collaborate with SMEs to deliver solutions.
• Analyze data to inform decisions.
• Present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Quantitative skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Operations Management

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading Management Consultancy, is actively seeking a skilled Management Consultant with expertise in Operations and Supply Chain management to join their team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This role focuses on helping clients optimize their supply chain networks, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall business performance. You will be involved in analyzing complex operational challenges, designing innovative solutions, and guiding clients through the implementation of strategic changes. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of supply chain best practices, and excellent client-facing skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within a dynamic team environment, based at our Nelspruit office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments of client supply chain and operational processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement strategies for supply chain optimization, logistics, and inventory management.
• Design and execute operational improvement initiatives, leveraging methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma.
• Manage project work streams and ensure timely delivery of high-quality client solutions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders.
• Analyze data to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to deliver comprehensive solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in management consulting or a related role focused on operations and supply chain.
• Proven track record in analyzing and improving supply chain and operational processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning, logistics, procurement, and manufacturing operations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively in an office-based team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to diverse industries and challenging operational projects.
• A collaborative and supportive office-based team environment in Nelspruit .
• Career advancement prospects within the firm.