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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$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of implementation science as a Senior Program Analyst, driving quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives. Manage processes, databases, and reporting to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget adherence while leveraging advanced AI tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape sustainable built envi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex scheduling challenges into optimized solutions by leading product strategies. Collaborate with engineers and customers to enhance algorithms and deliver a seamless user experience, d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by driving sales and client relationships, managing the full sales cycle, and ensuring customer satisfaction through high-level communication and CRM engagement. Join a results-driven t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $187K *

Lead the charge in strategic and operational excellence for substation engineering, overseeing project execution, team development, and client relationships to drive growth and ensure high-quality del...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Optimize the design and operation of a mission-critical control center, ensuring compliance and operational excellence through effective team leadership, innovative technologies, and strategic partner...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $179K *

Champion strategic solution sales by engaging C/S-Level clients, driving adoption of advanced technologies, and fostering long-term relationships to achieve revenue targets and business growth in assi...

New Orleans, LARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $179K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and sales by engaging C-level executives in complex solution discussions. Drive business growth through strategic account management and advanced...

Little Rock, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $179K *

Champion complex solution sales by engaging C/S-Level clients, driving adoption of advanced technologies, and developing strategic account plans to achieve revenue targets while fostering long-term re...

Topeka, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $179K *

Help us drive strategic solution sales by engaging C/S-Level clients, leveraging deep industry knowledge to foster relationships and deliver advanced technology solutions that meet business needs and...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal contract negotiations and management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and driving strategic solutions to support business growt...

Alabama, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Oversee large-scale Federal contracts, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Leverage expertise in negotiation and federal regulations to enhance program execution, drive business growth, and e...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver impactful project management solutions by leading the adoption and rollout of a new PPM tool. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, provide training, and support decentralized PMOs acro...

Dauphin, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $283K *

Unlock potential by providing expert guidance in network security transformation, collaborating with sales teams to architect solutions that enhance customer security postures and drive successful out...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $283K *

Transform customer security with your expertise in network security and zero trust. Collaborate across teams to define robust solutions and lead critical technical discussions that enhance cybersecuri...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $196K *

Oversee comprehensive partner audit efforts, ensuring compliance with standards, addressing concerns, and collaborating on solutions. Provide guidance, implement corrective actions, and keep leadershi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Transform the supply chain landscape by leading procurement and subcontracting efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while driving efficiency and innovation in support of critical defe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $115K *

Optimize warehouse operations by implementing WMS solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, lead testing, and ensure successful deployments, driving efficiency and scalability in logisti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative agent products, driving customer engagement and product quality. Collaborate with teams to shape offerings that enhance user experience and business growth, while en...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $190K *

Champion transformative growth at private equity portfolio companies, leading impactful initiatives in pricing, strategy, and operational improvement. Collaborate with executives to drive revenue expa...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $190K *

Transform private equity portfolio performance by leading initiatives in revenue growth, pricing optimization, and operational improvement. Collaborate with executives to drive impactful strategies an...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Manager in Deployed Engineering, leading hands-on deployments and building a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $115K *

Optimize project delivery by supporting automation and control systems from execution to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, budget, and schedule adherence while devel...

Reno, NVRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.