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Manufacturing Operations Consulting- Senior Manager

Job in Southfield, Oakland County, Michigan, 48076, USA
Listing for: Plante Moran
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Manufacturing Operations Consulting
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- Senior Manager role at Plante Moran. Direct message the job poster from Plante Moran.

Responsibilities
  • Lead Operations engagements for clients in a variety of industries (Manufacturing & Distribution; Automotive; Electronics; Food and Beverage; and Medical Device) which utilize different process technologies (Blending; Forming; Molding; Stamping; Machining; Fabrication and Assembly)
  • Support the Manufacturing Operations practice by driving growth and new client opportunities through client expansion and lead generation
  • Lead practice building and development activities, including identifying new opportunities and leads, leading proposal development, attending networking events and conferences, identifying and building out new services, and developing service methodologies and tools
  • Lead engagements with clients to identify their business and operational goals, and work with the team to assess operations, benchmark optimal performance and identify improvement opportunities, which may include:
    • Lean Manufacturing / waste reduction
    • Throughput improvement
    • Make vs. Buy analysis
    • Equipment utilization
    • Manufacturing footprint analysis
    • Plant floor layout
    • Automation and Industry 4.0 concepts
    • Quality Management and Improvement
  • Partner with executives and decision-makers to develop, communicate and implement recommendations
  • Manage multiple client teams to execute complex, multi-layered projects and produce client deliverables
  • Mentor, oversee and develop internal staff
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or business-related field is required. MBA or Master's is preferred
  • 10-15 years of project-related Operations experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of plant floor, supply chain and back office operations; and knowledge of a wide range of plant equipment, Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies and manufacturing technology systems
  • Previous consulting experience is required
  • Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, Visio and Power Point
  • Project Management (PMP) Certification is a plus
  • Frequent travel throughout the region, with approximately 50% - 75% overnight travel
What makes us different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities.

So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed.

This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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