Management Consultant - Operations & Performance Improvement

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonuses

Health coverage

Ongoing professional training

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible remote policy

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Management Consultant based in Upington, Northern Cape, to drive Operations and Performance Improvement initiatives. You will diagnose operational challenges, design practical solutions, and implement strategies that deliver measurable results for client organizations across sectors.

With a Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, you will lead data-driven improvements, manage multi-stakeholder projects, and travel to client sites within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in operations management or operations consulting.
• Strong background in operational excellence principles (Lean, Six Sigma).

Responsabilités

• Conduct operational assessments to identify inefficiencies and improvement areas.
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization and cost reduction.
• Analyze KPIs to drive data-informed decisions.
• Lead projects across supply chain, manufacturing, service delivery, or core operations.
• Facilitate workshops and training on performance improvement methodologies.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client relationships.
• Advise on best practices in operational management and continuous improvement.
• Support development of business cases for operational investments.

Connaissances

Operational analysis

Process optimization

Change management

Data-informed decisions

Lean

Six Sigma

Project management

Client-facing

Formation

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

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to drive Operations and Performance Improvement initiatives. This role, based in the strategic location of Upington, Northern Cape , will focus on enhancing the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of client organizations across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational analysis, process optimization, and change management. You will work directly with clients to diagnose operational challenges, design practical solutions, and implement strategies that deliver measurable results. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant business transformations and build a successful career within a respected consultancy, impacting businesses in Upington and the wider Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive operational assessments to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Analyze operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-informed decisions.
• Lead projects focused on improving supply chain, manufacturing, service delivery, or other core operational functions.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client teams on performance improvement methodologies.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client relationships, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Advise clients on best practices in operational management and continuous improvement.
• Support the development of business cases for operational investments and changes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in operations management or operations consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of operational excellence principles (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with client-facing experience.
• Ability to manage complex projects and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Willingness to travel to client sites within the Northern Cape as required.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including performance bonuses and health coverage.
• We are committed to your professional development through ongoing training and opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• This role provides significant career advancement prospects within a leading consulting firm.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment and the chance to make a tangible impact on business operations in Upington and the broader region, with a flexible remote policy for enhanced work-life balance.