Process Improvement Consultant
| Posting date: | 24 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £75,000 to £80,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 May 2024 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Virgule International Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Vrg_2431_06 |
Summary
Reference: Vrg_2431_06
Job title: Process Improvement Consultant
Salary: GBP 70000 to 80000 per Annum
As a Process Improvement Consultant, you will be instrumental in documenting and analyzing the current state of operations across various group entities to identify both gaps and similarities. Your insights will drive the development of a unified platform within the source-to-cash lifecycle, aligning with our strategic goals for digital transformation and operational excellence. This role requires a blend of analytical prowess, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Current State Analysis: Conduct thorough investigations and documentation of existing processes across multiple business entities. Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and redundancies to outline potential areas of improvement.
Gap Analysis: Analyze and document the discrepancies and similarities across entities to establish a cohesive understanding that will inform the integration strategy.
Roadmap Development: Collaborate with key stakeholders to design a strategic implementation roadmap for a common platform that addresses the specific needs identified within the source-to-cash lifecycle.
Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain continuous engagement with business leaders and process owners to ensure alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Presentation and Reporting: Develop compelling PowerPoint presentations to effectively communicate findings, strategies, and progress to stakeholders at all levels.
Project Management: Oversee and coordinate project tasks to ensure timely completion and adherence to the defined roadmap and goals.
Required skills and experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in process improvement or business transformation, preferably in a consulting environment. Prior experience with Big 4 consulting firms is a plus.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) and advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to dissect complex processes and synthesize actionable insights.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to create presentations that convey complex information in an impactful manner.
Desired Characteristics:
Proven track record of leading successful transformation initiatives, particularly those involving the integration of disparate systems or processes into a cohesive platform.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to negotiate and influence key decisions and foster relationships with stakeholders across various levels and functions.
Agile and adaptable to a dynamic project environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Job title: Process Improvement Consultant
Salary: GBP 70000 to 80000 per Annum
As a Process Improvement Consultant, you will be instrumental in documenting and analyzing the current state of operations across various group entities to identify both gaps and similarities. Your insights will drive the development of a unified platform within the source-to-cash lifecycle, aligning with our strategic goals for digital transformation and operational excellence. This role requires a blend of analytical prowess, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Current State Analysis: Conduct thorough investigations and documentation of existing processes across multiple business entities. Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and redundancies to outline potential areas of improvement.
Gap Analysis: Analyze and document the discrepancies and similarities across entities to establish a cohesive understanding that will inform the integration strategy.
Roadmap Development: Collaborate with key stakeholders to design a strategic implementation roadmap for a common platform that addresses the specific needs identified within the source-to-cash lifecycle.
Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain continuous engagement with business leaders and process owners to ensure alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Presentation and Reporting: Develop compelling PowerPoint presentations to effectively communicate findings, strategies, and progress to stakeholders at all levels.
Project Management: Oversee and coordinate project tasks to ensure timely completion and adherence to the defined roadmap and goals.
Required skills and experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in process improvement or business transformation, preferably in a consulting environment. Prior experience with Big 4 consulting firms is a plus.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) and advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to dissect complex processes and synthesize actionable insights.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to create presentations that convey complex information in an impactful manner.
Desired Characteristics:
Proven track record of leading successful transformation initiatives, particularly those involving the integration of disparate systems or processes into a cohesive platform.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to negotiate and influence key decisions and foster relationships with stakeholders across various levels and functions.
Agile and adaptable to a dynamic project environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.