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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$89K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing regional transit programs through analytical and program coordination skills. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to support effective transit planning and...

Sacramento, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion exceptional research outcomes by guiding clients through complex projects. Leverage your expertise in methodology and analysis to deliver actionable insights, while collaborating with cross-f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in AI transformation for Fortune 500 clients, shaping solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engagements and...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $181K *

Transform contract management by leading risk mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance across government and commercial projects. Drive operational excellence and enhance proposal quality while m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $153K *

Empower engineering teams by driving enterprise-scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives. Design and build reusable automation solutions, establish standards, and collaborate across teams to tra...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $131K *

Transform your career by leading innovative IT solutions, driving project success, and collaborating with clients to enhance business processes. Leverage your expertise in SAP Project Systems to deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $196K *

Drive quality assurance for tax assignments and projects, ensuring compliance with tax laws while managing risks and providing guidance to junior staff in a collaborative environment focused on mainta...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive asset management excellence by leveraging your expertise in Cityworks and EAM systems to enhance workflows, improve practices, and support a successful modernization project across teams and tec...

Boston, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $116K *

Champion innovative medical policy solutions by analyzing data, ensuring quality, and collaborating across clinical operations. Drive enhancements in payment policy management while supporting diverse...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading the Implementation Team to deliver exceptional onboarding experiences for clients. Drive strategy and processes while mentoring a team in a fast-paced environment focused o...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing high voltage substation projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and driving innovative solutions in a dyn...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $173K *

Empower your career by managing sales territories, fostering relationships, and driving growth through data-driven strategies and customer-focused solutions in a dynamic healthcare environment...

Detroit, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex global clinical trials, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines to exc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Drive your career forward as a Product Owner, CPQ, leading agile delivery and backlog management for our Configure-Price-Quote platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Quote-to-Cas...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping organizational success through strategic HR partnerships. Collaborate with leaders to enhance performance, drive talent initiatives, and foster a thriving workp...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive risk management for commercial deals in Hydropower, ensuring compliance with standards and policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, enhancing project exe...

Brossard, QCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform customer engagements by owning solution direction across multiple accounts. Drive platform adoption, orchestrate delivery teams, and shape opportunities to ensure measurable value and long-t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of naval R&D by managing documentation and configuration processes, ensuring quality control, and supporting critical operations for submarine and surface ship weapon systems testing...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $158K *

Help us advance financial analysis by evaluating deal structures, managing projects, and delivering insights. Engage with clients, enhance value through collaboration, and lead junior team members to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality ServiceNow projects. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee project performance, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to best practic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic direction of Workday AMS, overseeing client delivery, service quality, and operational excellence while driving growth and team development across diverse sec...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $283K *

Pioneer a dynamic program management environment, leading teams and projects with technical expertise. Build strong client relations and ensure critical milestone achievements for large-scale construc...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$139K - $174K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic database operations team. With over a decade of experience, guide strategic database infrastructure initiatives, ensure system reliability, and foster a cult...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in organizational change management for complex life sciences transformations, focusing on global Veeva CRM implementations. Drive strategy, execution, and stakeholder engagement acros...

RemoteRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.