Management Consultant - Operations Improvement

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health & retirement plans

Professional development support

Diverse industries exposure

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Management Consultant focused on Operations Improvement to help clients boost efficiency, cut costs, and optimize supply chains and business processes. You will work directly with client teams to analyze operations, identify bottlenecks, and design practical, sustainable solutions that drive measurable performance gains.

This role requires 5-7 years in operations consulting, strong Lean Six Sigma experience, and excellent communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Operations Management, or related quantitative field.
• 5-7 years of experience in operations consulting or related roles.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for operational challenges.
• Excellent project management and communication skills with client teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client's operational processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for cost reduction.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing supply chains, manufacturing, logistics, and service delivery.
• Design and implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new operating models.
• Measure and report on the performance of implemented improvements to meet client objectives in Stellenbosch.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Management Consultant focused on Operations Improvement to join their practice in Stellenbosch . This role is critical in helping clients enhance their operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize their supply chains and business processes. You will work directly with client teams to analyze current operations, identify bottlenecks, and design and implement practical, sustainable solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a consultant who enjoys diving deep into operational challenges and driving tangible performance improvements for businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client's operational processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for cost reduction.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing supply chains, manufacturing, logistics, and service delivery.
• Design and implement process improvements using methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new operational models.
• Measure and report on the performance of implemented improvements, ensuring client objectives are met in Stellenbosch .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related quantitative field.
• 5-7 years of experience in operations consulting or related industry roles.
• Proven experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to operational challenges.
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with client teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse operational challenges across various industries.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Support for professional development and certifications.
• A collaborative environment focused on delivering measurable results in Stellenbosch .