Operations Transformation Consultant - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid and provident fund

Opportunities for professionalCerts &

Training and certifications

Career progression

Exposure to diverse industry projects

Collaborative Rustenburg office

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, ZA, seeks an Operations Management Consultant to enhance client operations through Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and ERP-enabled improvements. You will diagnose bottlenecks, design strategies, and lead transformative engagements in manufacturing, service delivery, and supply chain.

The role emphasizes performance improvements, training delivery, and close collaboration with clients and colleagues to achieve measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in operations management or management consulting with a strong operations focus.
• Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or TQM.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the vicinity of Rustenburg, North West, ZA.

Responsibilities

• Assess current operational processes, identifying bottlenecks and areas for optimization.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
• Design and manage supply chain improvements, inventory management systems, and logistics networks.
• Implement Lean manufacturing or service principles to streamline workflows.
• Lead client engagements focused on operational transformation and performance improvement.
• Develop and deliver training programs for client staff on new operational procedures.
• Analyze operational data and create performance dashboards to track progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated operational solutions.
• Provide expert advice on capacity planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Lean principles

Six Sigma

ERP experience

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, ZA, seeks an Operations Management Consultant to enhance client operations through Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and ERP-enabled improvements. You will diagnose bottlenecks, design strategies, and lead transformative engagements in manufacturing, service delivery, and supply chain.

The role emphasizes performance improvements, training delivery, and close collaboration with clients and colleagues to achieve measurable results.