Management Consultant - Operations Excellence

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Comprehensive medical aid and pension/

Specialized training in operational-ex

Collaborative work environment

Impactful client projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Management Consultant with a specialization in Operations Excellence to help clients optimize operations, boost efficiency, and drive meaningful cost savings. You will work hands-on with businesses to identify bottlenecks and implement best practices for sustainable improvement.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field and at least four years in operations management or consulting.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field.
• 4+ years in operations management or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes across supply chain, manufacturing, and service delivery to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancements.
• Utilize Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma to drive process improvements.
• Manage implementation projects and ensure integration of new frameworks.
• Train client teams on new processes to sustain improvements.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Operations Management / Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant with a specialization in Operations Excellence to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role focuses on optimizing operational processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving significant cost savings for our clients. You will work hands-on with businesses to identify bottlenecks, implement best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about operational efficiency and have a knack for solving complex operational challenges, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes across supply chain, manufacturing, and service delivery to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Utilize lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements.
• Manage implementation projects, ensuring successful integration of new operational frameworks.
• Train client teams on new processes and best practices to ensure sustainable operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in operations management or consulting focused on operational improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex operational data and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for specialized training in operational excellence frameworks.
• A collaborative work environment focused on delivering tangible results.
• Be part of a team that makes a real difference in operational performance for businesses.