Senior Supply Chain Optimization Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Performance bonus

Professional development

Hybrid work

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Consultant to join a leading management consultancy in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on optimizing supply chains and operations for industrial and manufacturing clients, driving efficiency, cost reduction, and performance improvements.

The position balances on-site client engagement with remote work, requiring strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations consulting or supply chain roles with industrial/manufacturing focus.
• Proven track record leading complex operational improvement projects.
• Expertise in supply chain principles, lean, Six Sigma, and process re-engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of supply chain and operations.
• Identify inefficiencies and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Design and implement optimized operational models including inventory, logistics, and production planning.
• Lead client project teams and manage scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients to integrate new technologies and best practices.
• Develop business cases and financial models to justify changes.
• Facilitate workshops and training for client staff on new processes.
• Monitor and report performance of implemented solutions.

Skills

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Consultant to join a leading management consultancy in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on optimizing supply chains and operations for industrial and manufacturing clients, driving efficiency, cost reduction, and performance improvements.

The position balances on-site client engagement with remote work, requiring strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with travel as needed.