Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TARGUS Group North America is a management consulting firm specializing in operations improvement for global manufacturers. The Operations Management Consultant will conduct data-based analyses, lead teams in implementing operational improvements, and support initiatives involving lean manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and cost reduction. The role also includes business development, internal process development, and mentoring junior colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Conduct data-based analyses to develop operational improvements across various industries
- Lead teams to implement action plans and achieve sustainable results
- Focus on key areas of improvement, including lean manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and cost reduction
- Identify new business opportunities with clients
- Contribute to the development of internal tools, methods, and processes
- Coach and mentor junior colleagues
- Support entrepreneurial growth initiatives within the company
Skills
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing , supply chain management , continuous improvement , or similar fields
- Advanced degree in engineering, science, or a related field; or an undergraduate degree plus an MBA
- Project management experience and proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Strong background in lean manufacturing , supply chain management , and cost optimization , with experience in post-merger integration and plant expansions
- Knowledge/Implementation of business intelligence infrastructure and collection and analysis of data sets with Microsoft BI, Minitab, R, Tableau or similar software
- Expertise in operations and leading complex work streams in complicated organizations
- The ability to work independently and lead teams effectively
- A combination of management and hands-on operating experience
- You should be able to influence change and lead teams with data-driven insights, expertise, and personal persuasion
- A desire to design and implement the best solutions
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement with 90% travel to client sites
- Entrepreneurial opportunities and a high level of responsibility
- Opportunity to grow within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
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