Principal Management Consultant - Operations

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Executive development

Exposure to complex challenges

Health insurance & retirement

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a Principal Management Consultant specializing in Operations to lead strategic initiatives, drive operational improvement, and optimize client supply chains across a diverse portfolio.

You will mentor a team of consultants, engage C-suite stakeholders, and shape business performance through lean, Six Sigma and process re-engineering methodologies.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations consulting or senior operational management roles.
• Proven success leading large-scale operational transformation projects.
• Expert knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, supply chain management, and process re-engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of operational strategy and improvement initiatives for clients.
• Conduct comprehensive operational assessments, identifying bottlenecks and areas for optimization.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve resilience.
• Manage client relationships at the C-suite level, acting as a trusted advisor on operational matters.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Operations management

Strategic problem-solving

Mentoring

Education

MBA or Master’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consulting firm, is looking for an experienced Principal Management Consultant specializing in Operations to contribute to their strategic initiatives in Centurion, Gauteng . You will be responsible for leading operational improvement projects, optimizing supply chains, and driving efficiency for a diverse portfolio of clients. This senior role offers the chance to shape client strategies, mentor a team of consultants, and make a significant impact on business performance, leveraging your deep expertise in operational excellence and strategic problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of operational strategy and improvement initiatives for clients.


• Conduct comprehensive operational assessments, identifying bottlenecks and areas for optimization.


• Develop and execute supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve resilience.


• Manage client relationships at the C-suite level, acting as a trusted advisor on operational matters.


• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.


• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations consulting or senior operational management roles.


• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale operational transformation projects.


• Expert knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, supply chain management, and process re-engineering methodologies.


• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills for work in Centurion .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential.


• Executive-level professional development and networking opportunities.


• Exposure to complex and industry-leading operational challenges.


• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and wellness programs.


• A culture that values expertise, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving.