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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$97K - $108K *

Shape the future of credit risk management by developing advanced analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance model governance and validation processes, leveraging big data technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion employee engagement and subcontract management while leading relationships with contractors. Drive compliance, negotiate terms, and support workforce planning to enhance operational success a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform building operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure exceptional maintenance and customer satisfaction across extensive mixed-use facilities while promoting safety and efficiency...

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

$88K - $105K *

Make your mark by leading construction projects in transportation, ensuring quality and adherence to contract requirements while managing a talented team and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Deliver technical leadership for major transportation projects across the Tennessee region. Collaborate with teams to ensure projects align with contractual and quality standards, oversee inspections...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engage in overseeing construction projects from pre-construction to final acceptance, ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules. Utilize your leadership and technical skills to guide teams thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing and enhancing Clinisys environments. In this technical, customer-facing role, you'll troubleshoot complex issues, configure workflows, and support clients po...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion the development of sourcing strategies for procurement needs, managing supplier performance and contract compliance. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve category management objectives whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the development of high-quality proposal responses, managing complex sales projects while collaborating with internal teams to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment. Foster effective r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to revolutionizing supply chain efficiency through AI. As an elite cross-functional operator-engineer, you'll tackle complex problems, lead initiatives, and collaborate wi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of business solutions by managing complex workflows and driving strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to influence client outcomes and enhance organizational objectives thro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $170K *

Shape the future of procurement in Higher Education by leading Oracle Cloud P2P transformations, advising executives, and optimizing operations while fostering team development and collaboration...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $170K *

Drive transformative Oracle Cloud P2P solutions for Higher Education, guiding teams and clients through strategic implementations while fostering a collaborative culture and mentoring junior staff to...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $170K *

Lead transformative Oracle Cloud P2P initiatives for Higher Education, guiding stakeholders and optimizing procurement operations while managing project delivery and team development in a collaborativ...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K *

Contribute to seamless finance process transitions within a global team, focusing on AP, AR, and GL. Leverage your expertise to drive improvements and ensure consistent service delivery across multipl...

Aurora, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Transform manufacturing operations with strategic leadership and operational excellence. Drive productivity, safety, and quality while fostering a culture of engagement and continuous improvement acro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $155K *

Transform healthcare operations by translating complex analyses into compelling narratives and presentations. Collaborate with project teams to deliver impactful client-ready materials that resonate w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare operations by transforming complex analyses into compelling narratives and presentations. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful insights that resonate with hospita...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $155K *

Drive impactful healthcare transformations by translating complex operations and financial analyses into compelling narratives and presentations for state agencies and hospital leadership, ensuring cl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $155K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex healthcare data into compelling narratives. Collaborate with teams to create impactful presentations and reports that resonate with hospital leadership and sta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $155K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex healthcare data into compelling narratives. Collaborate with teams to create impactful presentations and reports that resonate with hospital leadership and sta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Create transformative operational excellence initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency across the organization while mentoring cross-functional teams to foster a culture of continuous i...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data center operations by leading critical infrastructure management, ensuring 100% uptime and compliance, while fostering teamwork and executing best practices across technical se...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of production operations, driving safety, quality, and cost efficiency while fostering a positive work environment and developing talent to achieve best-in-class performance across the...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Lead operational excellence by managing distribution and transportation activities, optimizing performance, and fostering a high-performing team. Drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.