Senior Operations Consultant - Hybrid & Travel

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Growth and certifications

Exposure to challenging projects

Collaborative team environment

Hybrid work model

Travel allowances

Mentorship from industry experts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Management Consultant to join a leading management consultancy in Pretoria, Gauteng. This hybrid role balances client-site work with office collaboration and focuses on diagnosing operational challenges, designing practical solutions, and guiding implementation for a diverse client portfolio.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Operations Management or related field, 6+ years in operations consulting, and strong data-driven problem-solving,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations management consulting or similar.
• Demonstrated expertise in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing operational processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and implement optimized operational strategies, workflows, and business models.
• Lead project teams in the delivery of operational transformation initiatives.
• Conduct process mapping, performance benchmarking, and gap analysis.
• Assist clients in adopting new technologies and best practices in operations management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, manage timelines, and ensure successful project completion.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to the firm's knowledge base and methodology development.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication skills

Client relationships

Education

Master's degree in Operations Management

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Management Consultant to join a leading management consultancy in Pretoria, Gauteng. This hybrid role balances client-site work with office collaboration and focuses on diagnosing operational challenges, designing practical solutions, and guiding implementation for a diverse client portfolio.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Operations Management or related field, 6+ years in operations consulting, and strong data-driven problem-solving,