Senior Consultant, Performance Improvement Operations

Crowe

Operations Senior Consultant at Crowe focusing on enhancing profitability in manufacturing environments. Responsible for identifying operational challenges and implementing improvement strategies.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $147,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational transformation through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, with a strong focus on process improvement, KPI development, and team leadership. Proven ability to analyze and enhance manufacturing operations while delivering effective training and mentorship.

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Lean MethodologySix SigmaProcess ImprovementKPI DevelopmentManufacturing Operations

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Hard Skills

Operational AnalysisFinancial AnalysisProcess ReengineeringModelingContinuous ImprovementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAdvanced ExcelPowerPoint

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam ManagementCoaching

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentConsulting ExperienceOperational TransformationClient EngagementTeam-Oriented Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for taking a holistic approach to identifying business improvement opportunities developing solutions, managing initiatives, and identifying the resources and various disciplines needed to execute the process
Specific consulting responsibilities include operational, financial and process analysis, strategy development, process reengineering, and modeling, e.g., LEAN/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement, to deliver operational transformation
Perform assessments by conducting operational and shop-floor observations and utilizing analytical skills to understand client environments
Develop and deploy KPI’s and operating systems to measure and improve operating performance
Develop, manage, and lead continuous process improvement initiatives
Deliver training, coach, and mentor client staff
Execute a portion of the scope of work as assigned and ensure deliverables are achieved on time and within budget
Leverage the flexibility of Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Improvement tools to enhance productivity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a relevant degree is required
At least two (2) years of manufacturing operations and/or consulting experience in a manufacturing environment
Must be willing to travel Sunday evening to Thursday evening, weekly
Ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment
Ability to interact with the internal management team and external client contacts using strong leadership and communication skills
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Strong interpersonal communication, influencing, and advanced Excel, and PowerPoint abilities are essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Comprehensive total rewards package