Senior Operations Consultant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Senior Operations Consultant to drive operational excellence across client organizations, leading process improvements, supply chain optimization and performance management.

You will design and implement strategies, conduct assessments, map processes, benchmark performance, and mentor teams, with a hybrid work model and clear opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations consulting or a related operational leadership role.
• Proven expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and supply chain optimization.
• Ability to lead complex operational transformation projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of operational improvement strategies for clients.
• Conduct thorough operational assessments, including process mapping, workflow analysis, and performance benchmarking.
• Develop and execute plans for supply chain management, logistics optimization, and inventory control.
• Implement best practices in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and total quality management.
• Manage project teams and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery and achieve key performance indicators.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to clients and junior team members on operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Consultant to join their team in Vereeniging . This role is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of client organizations through expert analysis and strategic implementation. You will lead engagements focused on process improvement, supply chain optimization, and performance management, delivering significant value and driving measurable results. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career path for individuals passionate about optimizing business processes and leading impactful change initiatives within diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of operational improvement strategies for clients.
• Conduct thorough operational assessments, including process mapping, workflow analysis, and performance benchmarking.
• Develop and execute plans for supply chain management, logistics optimization, and inventory control.
• Implement best practices in areas such as Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and total quality management.
• Manage project teams and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery and achieve key performance indicators.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to clients and junior team members on operational excellence.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations consulting or a related operational leadership role.
• Proven expertise in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) and supply chain optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex operational transformation projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to a wide range of operational challenges and innovative solutions.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.