Senior Consultant - Operations Improvement

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Hybrid work environment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Operations Improvement for its client in Nelspruit. The role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and guiding implementation to achieve measurable gains across client operations.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in operations consulting, strong Lean/Six Sigma expertise, and proven leadership in delivering cost savings. The position offers a hybrid work setup tailored for consultants in Nelspruit and Mpumalanga.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in operations consulting, supply chain management, or process optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with Lean/Six Sigma knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working with clients in Mpumalanga or similar regions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational diagnostic engagements to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Design and implement optimized processes and supply chain solutions.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to monitor progress.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted operations advisor.
• Facilitate change management to ensure successful adoption of new processes.
• Provide training and ongoing support to client operations teams.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is actively recruiting a Senior Consultant focused on Operations Improvement for their practice in Nelspruit. This critical role involves partnering with clients to enhance their operational efficiency, streamline processes, and reduce costs. You will conduct detailed operational assessments, develop practical solutions, and guide implementation efforts to achieve measurable performance gains. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced consultant to make a substantial impact on businesses in the Mpumalanga region, contributing to a firm dedicated to delivering sustainable operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational diagnostic engagements to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Design and implement optimized business processes and supply chain solutions.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track operational progress.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on operational matters.
• Facilitate change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new processes.
• Provide training and support to client operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations consulting, supply chain management, or process optimization.
• Demonstrated success in leading operational improvement projects and delivering significant cost savings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with clients in the Mpumalanga region is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Opportunities for challenging projects and professional growth.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility to consultants in Nelspruit .
• Collaborative culture focused on delivering tangible client value.