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Management Consultant - Operations Excellence

Durban, eThekwiniFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Optimizing business processes, enhancing supply chain efficiency, and driving operational improvements for clients in manufacturing, logistics, and retail.

Role type

Management Consultant (Operations Excellence)

Builds

Optimized operational models, supply chain management systems, production planning, and inventory control frameworks.

Domain

Management Consulting / Operations / Supply Chain

Required skills

Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, process re-engineering, data analysis, project management, business case development, stakeholder facilitation

Preferred skills

Manufacturing, logistics, or retail industry experience, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification

Technologies

Project management tools

Responsibilities

Assess operational processes to identify improvement areas and cost reductions; Design and implement optimized operational models; Utilize Lean and Six Sigma to drive performance; Develop business cases and implementation roadmaps; Facilitate client workshops and training; Manage project deliverables, timelines, and budgets; Analyze performance data and provide recommendations; Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC