Operations Consultant_ Atlanta

Operations Consultant

Maine Pointe is a global supply chain and operations consulting firm trusted by executives and private equity leaders to deliver compelling economic returns. Through our proprietary Total Value Optimization™ (TVO) approach, we drive accelerated, sustainable improvements in profitability, cash, resilience, and growth across procurement, logistics, operations, and data analytics. Our hands‑on consultants partner closely with client leadership teams to break through functional silos and transform the end‑to‑end plan‑buy‑make‑move‑fulfill supply chain—delivering measurable value at speed and scale.

As an Operations Consultant, you will partner closely with clients to identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead implementation efforts that deliver sustainable, measurable financial results. Working as part of Maine Pointe’s Analysis and Engagement teams, you will own defined work streams and collaborate across the firm to improve client performance across manufacturing and processing operations. This role is ideal for experienced operations leaders with a strong consulting mindset and a passion for driving change on the shop floor and beyond.

• Lead assigned operational work streams, delivering against study and engagement plans on time and on budget
• Analyze client operations, including organization structure, processes, performance metrics, and results
• Design and implement operational improvements that drive productivity, efficiency, and financial impact
• Develop and deploy management operating systems and lean processes to support sustainable change
• Partner with clients to build tools, processes, and capabilities that strengthen operational performance
• Build trusted advisor relationships with client stakeholders and identify follow‑on opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, supply chain, business, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 3‑6 years of experience in manufacturing or processing environments with demonstrated career progression
• 3‑6 years of consulting experience delivering measurable operational improvements
• Experience leading operational transformation initiatives in change‑intensive environments

• Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management certification
• Expertise in areas such as OEE, maintenance and reliability, S&OP, quality improvement, and asset utilization

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to lead changes and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

The Operations Consultant role is a key position within Maine Pointe’s consulting career path. High performers expand their scope of responsibility, deepen client impact, and progress toward senior consulting and engagement leadership roles.

• Willingness to travel up to 85% to client sites
• Hands‑on, client‑facing consulting environment with direct exposure to operations leadership

• Authorization to work in the United States is required (no sponsorship available)
• Some roles may begin as contracted consulting positions, with the opportunity to convert to full‑time employment based on performance and business demand.
• This description outlines core responsibilities and may evolve as the firm grows

Maine Pointe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to any protected characteristic.