Senior Management Consultant - Operations Excellence

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional certifications

Exposure to diverse challenges

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a seasoned Senior Management Consultant focused on Operations Excellence to help clients optimize operational processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs across their value chains in Gauteng.

You will blend strategic thinking with hands-on implementation, leading workshops, developing dashboards, and driving continuous improvement to sustain competitive advantage for diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations consulting or leading operational improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex operational data and translate findings into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess current operational processes and identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Design and implement strategies for lean operations, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track operational progress.
• Lead client workshops and training sessions on operational best practices.
• Collaborate with clients to integrate new operational models and technologies effectively.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Ops optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a seasoned Senior Management Consultant with a focus on Operations Excellence to join their team in Benoni . You will be responsible for helping clients optimize their operational processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs across their value chains. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands‑on implementation guidance, working closely with clients in Gauteng to achieve sustainable operational improvements. You will play a key part in driving performance enhancements and ensuring clients maintain a competitive edge through optimized operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current operational processes and identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Design and implement strategies for lean operations, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track operational progress.
• Lead client workshops and training sessions on operational best practices.
• Collaborate with clients to integrate new operational models and technologies effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations consulting or leading operational improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex operational data and translate findings into actionable plans.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills for engagements in Benoni .

Benefits

• A competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and development.
• Exposure to diverse operational challenges across various industries.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment focused on delivering client value.