Management Consultant - Operations Excellence

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration with bonus

Full medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Continuous learning opportunities

On-site, collaborative work环境

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Management Consultant specializing in Operations Excellence to join our client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will analyze current states, design innovative solutions, and implement sustainable improvements to optimize business processes and drive cost reductions.

The role emphasizes lean and Six Sigma methodologies, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering tangible operational performance gains for diverse client engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in operations management or operational consulting.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma; certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client operational processes and identify bottlenecks to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Design and implement Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence frameworks.
• Develop process maps and dashboards to track performance.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client teams.
• Manage project deliverables ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate operational changes.

Skills

Lean principles

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious Management Consultancy , is seeking a dedicated Management Consultant specializing in Operations Excellence to join their team in Tembisa, Gauteng . This role focuses on optimizing business processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving cost reductions for clients. You will work closely with client operations teams to analyze current states, design innovative solutions, and implement sustainable improvements. This is a fantastic opportunity for a process-driven consultant to make a tangible difference in the operational performance of organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client operational processes, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements for efficiency and cost savings.
• Design and implement lean management principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other operational excellence frameworks.
• Develop process maps, performance metrics, and dashboards to track operational performance.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client teams on operational best practices.
• Manage project deliverables, ensuring timely and high-quality execution of operational improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of operational changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management or operational consulting.
• Proven experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma (certification preferred).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the manufacturing or service industry is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with attractive bonus potential.
• Full medical coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• On-site work environment fostering strong team collaboration.
• Be part of impactful projects that drive significant operational improvements for clients.