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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$100K - $135K *

Optimize project outcomes by delivering expert cost management services throughout the construction lifecycle. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure effective financial control and strategic pl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing complex cost management services for major corporate real estate projects. Support large-scale workplace developments, vendor negotiations, and financial reporting to deli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Advance operational excellence by managing day-to-day activities, driving strategy, and ensuring safety and metrics are met across business units. Collaborate with leaders to implement programs and en...

Bridgeport, CTRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Grow relationships with elite advisors by delivering strategic solutions and enhancing service experiences. Drive organic growth and retention through proactive communication and collaboration with in...

Oregon, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Manage relationships with elite advisors, ensuring exceptional service and organic growth. Collaborate with C-Level executives to enhance client experiences and optimize business performance through s...

New Mexico, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Help us foster strong relationships with elite advisors, ensuring exceptional service and organic growth. Leverage industry knowledge to enhance client satisfaction and retention while driving strateg...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance relationships with elite advisors, driving client retention and organic growth through strategic analyses and consultative solutions while ensuring a superior service ex...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $189K *

Unlock the potential of end-to-end logistics! Lead SAP Yard Logistics and EWM initiatives, optimizing operations and facilitating seamless integration. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $194K *

Empower our Solutions Architects by enhancing operational tools and workflows. Drive efficiency and effectiveness in customer engagement processes, ensuring data quality and reporting standards are me...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $172K *

Transform project execution by managing integrated schedules for capital projects, ensuring strategic alignment throughout their lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive results and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving ambitious sales growth in the pool applications sector. You'll lead strategic initiatives, build key relationships, and analyze market trends to exceed targets and enhance m...

Winchester, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $206K *

Join a team that's driving mission success through innovative program planning. Collaborate across functions to develop and maintain schedules, ensuring on-time, in-budget delivery of complex projects...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform product strategy for high-performance data processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in cloud-native environments, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional...

Cary, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of military logistics by designing and optimizing SAP TM solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless financial integration and enhance data visibility, all while supporting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support the design and improvement of IT service management processes, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to document, analyze, and enhance service manag...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing competitive oncology strategies, ensuring client needs are met through collaboration and expertise. Drive business development and enhance client relations while overseei...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $102K *

Contribute to the design of user-centric digital products across platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-fidelity prototypes and workflows that enhance user experience and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $160K *

Shape the future of data solutions by designing scalable architectures that drive AI and analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strategies that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $150K *

Shape the future of security solutions by guiding complex Managed Services integrations. Collaborate with teams to align customer strategies, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance, while leading techn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading operational excellence in training programs. Drive performance, streamline processes, and enhance client experiences in a dynamic, remote environment. Collaborate acro...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive HRIS excellence by optimizing technologies and core processes, enhancing compliance, and delivering impactful solutions that elevate operational efficiency and employee experience across the org...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$66K - $104K *

Oversee quality inspections and acceptance testing for critical infrastructure projects. Ensure compliance with standards, manage deficiencies, and support commissioning activities to enhance operatio...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $196K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise HR technology solutions by leading the implementation and functional design of Workday HCM systems. Drive business needs into scalable solutions while mentoring a...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Champion innovative surgical solutions by driving market growth in stapling technologies and robotic procedures. Collaborate with teams to enhance surgical expertise and execute strategic programs for...

Cleveland, OHRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.