Explore Operations Consultant Jobs

Operations consultants help organizations improve performance, streamline processes, and turn strategic priorities into measurable results. Browse vetted Operations Consultant opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Openings may span industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and consulting.

What Operations Consultants Do

Operations consultants assess how work gets done and recommend practical ways to improve efficiency, quality, service, and cost. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include analyzing business processes and performance data, identifying operational risks, designing implementation plans, supporting organizational change, and measuring outcomes. Consultants often partner with executives, department leaders, and frontline teams to put improvements into practice.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong analytical and problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage complex projects. Experience with process improvement, operating models, business transformation, data analysis, and stakeholder management can be valuable. Familiarity with approaches such as Lean or Six Sigma may also be relevant, depending on the employer and assignment.

Find Senior Operations Consultant Roles

Operations Consultant positions can range from focused project assignments to enterprise-wide transformation work. Use Ladders to explore opportunities aligned with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, and search for roles paying $100K or more.

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$129K - $220K *

Champion reliability across multiple manufacturing sites by analyzing equipment performance, implementing sustainable improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion contractor performance by leading training and compliance efforts, enhancing safety and quality in telecommunications construction. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$111K - $206K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and manage integrated program schedules, ensuring effective execution and performance through Earned Value Management and critical path analysis. Drive collabora...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow the revenue acquisition engine by optimizing sales operations, forecasting, and analytics. Drive effective territory planning and compensation design, while collaborating closely with leadership...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients, nurturing relationships, and driving revenue growth through collaboration and innovative proposals. Engage with teams to fost...

Sacramento, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Design innovative Civil systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions that enhance ope...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable Workforce Management processes and tools, enhancing operational efficiency and planning accuracy across global Customer Excellence teams...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction schedules for large-scale industrial projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery and mitigate risks while traveling to various job sites...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering large-scale construction projects. As a Project Scheduler, you'll leverage your Primavera P6 expertise to develop and maintain schedules, ensuring project mi...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical leader, driving innovative platform solutions and enhancing integration processes. Collaborate across teams to improve user experiences and streamline operati...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

Reno, NVRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $166K *

Advance enterprise access governance by operationalizing transformation initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and driving automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish scalabl...

Allen Park, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $195K *

Shape the compliance function for a fast-growing commercial lending program, ensuring adherence to AML, BSA, KYC, and sanctions regulations across multi-geographies. Lead policy development and direct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $101K *

Drive results by analyzing business trends and collaborating with sales and customers to enhance performance metrics and project management. Foster relationships to identify opportunities for improvem...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $180K *

Execute complex, cross-functional projects that align with strategic objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and successful outcomes while driv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Optimize our internal IT systems and security posture while managing user access, supporting AWS operations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with the COO to enhance efficiency and maintain a secu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Empower your career by leading recoupment claim management and BOT automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance while managing multiple p...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$62K - $103K *

Unlock potential by driving new business and managing customer accounts in the small to medium business segment. Develop relationships, resolve issues, and achieve sales goals through effective commun...

Nevada, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $165K *

Drive the successful transfer of CDI best practices by mentoring client teams, conducting record reviews, and delivering education. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance documentation a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $111K *

Champion seamless coordination between external Knowledge Center and internal resolver groups, while tracking escalations to ensure timely resolutions. Analyze complex incidents, reduce future escalat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $137K *

Analyze and solve complex challenges in a collaborative environment, applying technical expertise to drive innovative solutions across diverse projects and contribute to organizational growth and perf...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Empower organizational growth by driving talent development and change management initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to create impactful learning strategies that enhance capabilities and align w...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing user experience by developing design standards and guidelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize digital applications using user research, testing, and best pract...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive analytical excellence by auditing freight contracts and invoices, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with teams to enhance audit processes and mentor junior analysts, contributing to...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Operations Consultant do?question toggle

    An Operations Consultant evaluates business operations and helps organizations improve processes, efficiency, service, and performance. The work may include analysis, recommendations, implementation support, and tracking results.

  • What qualifications are common for Operations Consultant jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but roles often seek relevant consulting or operations experience, analytical ability, project management, and strong communication skills. Some positions value industry expertise or credentials in process improvement.

  • Which industries hire Operations Consultants?question toggle

    Operations Consultants work across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.

  • How can I find Operations Consultant jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Operations Consultant listings on Ladders and review salary information, role requirements, and location details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.