Management Consultant - Supply Chain & Operations

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Professional development opportunities

Challenging projects in Polokwane

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proficient Management Consultant with Supply Chain & Operations expertise to join our Polokwane practice. You will analyze current supply chain processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement strategic solutions to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

You will work with client teams across sectors, manage projects, and provide data-driven insights to improve performance. A 3–5 year background in consulting or operations is preferred, with a Bachelor's degree in a related

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in management or operations consulting.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, and operations management.
• Proficient in data analysis, process mapping, and metrics development.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and redesign supply chain strategies, logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings.
• Develop and implement supply chain solutions with client teams from design to execution.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for successful outcomes.
• Provide data-driven insights to enhance operational performance.

Skills

Management Consulting

Supply Chain

Operations

Data Analysis

Process Mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proficient Management Consultant with expertise in Supply Chain & Operations to join their practice in Polokwane . This role focuses on optimizing the operational efficiency and supply chain effectiveness of businesses across various sectors. You will be responsible for analyzing current supply chain processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing strategic solutions to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. This is a key opportunity to apply your operational expertise in a growing economic region.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and redesign supply chain strategies, logistics, procurement, and inventory management processes.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings through process optimization and technology adoption.
• Develop and implement supply chain solutions, working closely with client teams from design through to execution.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring successful outcomes for clients.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to enhance overall operational performance.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in management consulting, supply chain management, or operations consulting.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, procurement, and operations management.
• Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping, and performance metric development.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in supply chain and operations management.
• Engage in challenging projects that enhance operational capabilities for businesses in Polokwane .
• A collaborative team environment that supports career growth and learning.