Operational Excellence Consultant - Lean/Six Sigma (Hybrid)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks an Operations Improvement Consultant to boost client operations through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement cost-reducing, efficiency-enhancing solutions for varied manufacturing and service clients.

In a hybrid role, you will travel to client sites within the North West region and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement and measurable performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in operations management or consulting.
• Proven track record in implementing operational improvements.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client operations to identify inefficiencies.
• Develop and implement process improvement strategies (Lean/Six Sigma).
• Optimize supply chain, logistics, and production processes.
• Implement performance dashboards and metrics.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for changes.
• Facilitate workshops and client training.
• Manage projects focused on operational excellence.
• Measure and report impact of improvements.
• Collaborate with clients to embed continuous improvement culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Project management

Client management

Education

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

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks an Operations Improvement Consultant to boost client operations through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement cost-reducing, efficiency-enhancing solutions for varied manufacturing and service clients.

In a hybrid role, you will travel to client sites within the North West region and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement and measurable performance