Senior Operations Consultant

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Career progression

Diverse challenges

Collaborative culture

Impact in Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Operations Consultant to lead client engagements and drive operational excellence across industries. You will diagnose complex processes, design pragmatic improvements, and mentor junior staff to deliver high-impact outcomes.

The role rewards strategic thinking, strong stakeholder skills, and a track record in lean/Six Sigma transformation, with opportunities for leadership and career progression in a dynamic consultancy.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in operations, supply chain or management consulting with an operations focus.
• Proven track record leading and delivering complex operational transformations.
• Experience with process re-engineering, lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of operational improvement projects with timely, high-quality delivery.
• Deep-dive analyses of client supply chains, manufacturing, and service operations.
• Develop strategies for cost optimization, quality enhancement, and capacity building.
• Implement performance management systems and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership to foster continuous operational improvement.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants on operations engagements.

Skills

Operations management

Supply chain management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/Operations Management/Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Consultant to join their practice in Benoni , Gauteng . This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven ability to drive significant operational improvements for businesses across various sectors. You will lead client engagements, diagnose complex operational issues, and develop practical, implementable solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance. This is a key position for an individual looking to leverage their expertise in a challenging consultancy environment, making a direct impact on client success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of operational improvement projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses of client supply chains, manufacturing processes, and service delivery operations.
• Develop innovative strategies for cost optimization, quality enhancement, and capacity building.
• Implement performance management systems and drive the adoption of best operational practices.
• Collaborate with client leadership to foster a culture of continuous operational improvement.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants involved in operations-focused engagements.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in operations management, supply chain management, or management consulting with an operations focus.
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex operational transformation projects.
• Expertise in process re-engineering, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly attractive remuneration package with performance-based bonuses.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Exposure to a wide array of operational challenges and innovative solutions.
• A collaborative and results-oriented work culture.
• Opportunity to impact business operations in Benoni and the broader Gauteng region.