Senior Ops Improvement Pro — Hybrid, Data-Driven Impact

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Improvement Consultant for Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on diagnosing operational challenges, developing data-driven solutions, and leading implementation of improvements across diverse industries.

It is a client-facing position with a hybrid work model combining on-site client work and remote flexibility. You will collaborate with client management, lead workshops, and drive change adoption through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Admin, or related.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations consulting or related role.
• Proven track record leading operational improvement projects with measurable results.
• Strong knowledge of process mapping and performance measurement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders.
• Experience with project management and change management principles.
• Willingness to travel to client sites within the Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Assess client operational processes and performance metrics.
• Identify inefficiencies, waste, and risks in workflows.
• Design and implement Lean, Six Sigma strategies.
• Develop and optimize supply chain, logistics, and production processes.
• Lead project teams through transformation initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and training to embed new practices.
• Measure and report impact to ensure sustainable results.
• Collaborate with client management to drive change adoption.

Skills

Operational excellence

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Problem solving

Project management

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Improvement Consultant for Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on diagnosing operational challenges, developing data-driven solutions, and leading implementation of improvements across diverse industries.

It is a client-facing position with a hybrid work model combining on-site client work and remote flexibility. You will collaborate with client management, lead workshops, and drive change adoption through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.