Operations Improvement Consultant - Hybrid (Bloemfontein)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development programs

Flexible working arrangements

Engaging projects with impact in Bloem

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specializing in Operations Improvement to join the Bloemfontein office in the Free State. You will diagnose operational challenges, develop strategic recommendations, and oversee implementation with client leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in operations or process improvement, a Bachelor's in a related field (Master's preferred), and solid Lean/Six Sigma experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is advantageous.
• 3–5 years of experience in operations management or process improvement.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client’s operational processes, identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational performance, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Design and optimize business processes, workflows, and organizational structures.
• Conduct data analysis and performance measurement to track the impact of implemented solutions.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Collaborate with client teams to facilitate change and ensure the sustainability of improvements.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support business development activities, including identifying new opportunities within client organizations.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in operations management.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specializing in Operations Improvement to join the Bloemfontein office in the Free State. You will diagnose operational challenges, develop strategic recommendations, and oversee implementation with client leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in operations or process improvement, a Bachelor's in a related field (Master's preferred), and solid Lean/Six Sigma experience.