Operational Excellence Senior Consultant

Operational Excellence Senior Consultant

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An Operational Excellence Senior Consultant plays a pivotal role in guiding organizations through complex transformation initiatives by delivering advanced process improvements, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and enabling sustainable business results. This professional combines change management skills, deep Lean / Six Sigma expertise, and Industry 4.0 knowledge to help manufacturing sites optimize their operational performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive long-term value. The Operational Excellence Senior Consultant role is ideal for those passionate about unlocking organizational potential, catalyzing innovation, and making a lasting impact. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. Team members work onsite 3 days a week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Process Analysis & Improvement : Lead end-to-end process assessments, mapping, and redesign using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Agile. Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and root causes, and develop actionable recommendations that drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Project Leadership : Manage multiple operational excellence projects simultaneously, coordinating cross-functional teams and resources. Develop project charters, define deliverables, manage timelines, and ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with senior leaders, middle management, and front-line employees to understand business needs, secure buy-in, and drive change adoption.
• Change Management : Partner with Site leadership to design and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and training programs to facilitate seamless transitions and maximize adoption.
• Data-Driven Decision Making : Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to inform recommendations and measure project impact. Present findings and insights to diverse audiences through compelling presentations and reports.
• Coaching & Capability Building : Mentor and train manufacturing teams in operational excellence tools, methodologies, and mindsets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and self-sufficiency.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting : Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring sustained results and identifying further improvement opportunities.
• Best Practice Sharing : Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging practices, disseminating knowledge across a network of manufacturing sites and within the Operational Excellence team.
• Industry 4.0 & Digital Solution Delivery : Lead the evaluation, implementation, and integration of smart manufacturing technologies, digital platforms, and advanced analytics solutions. Drive digital transformation by leveraging automation, IoT, and data-driven tools to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and enable scalable, innovative business outcomes.

Education & Experience

Required : Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in operational excellence, business process improvement, or management consulting roles. Professional certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies. Demonstrated success leading large-scale transformation projects with measurable business results, achieved through cross-functional collaboration. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities, supported by advanced proficiency in process mapping, data analytics, and visualization tools. Outstanding communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences. Proven ability to build and foster strong, collaborative working relationships across multiple organizational levels. Expertise in managing competing priorities within fast-paced, dynamic environments. Practical knowledge of contemporary digital tools and data solutions (e.g., Microsoft 365). Extensive experience in spearheading capability-building and transformational initiatives. Inspirational change agent, adept at influencing others and championing continuous improvement. Strong organizational and time management capabilities, with a commitment to excellence and attention to detail. Dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all professional engagements. Experience across various sectors, such as manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and logistics. Thorough understanding of supply chain and operational design, improvement practices, and digital transformation, including automation and emerging technologies. Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts and digital automation strategies. Solid grasp of regulatory compliance and risk management frameworks. 50% travel is required

Preferred : Black Belt certification