Operations Transformation Manager, Management Consulting Firm

Shanghai Permanent RMB500,000 - RMB990,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a consulting professional with strong operations and business problem-solving capabilities to support transformation projects across manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operational excellence topics.
  • High-Impact Transformation Projects
  • End-to-End Project Ownership

About Our Client

Our client is a specialized management consulting firm with a strong presence in industrial, manufacturing, mobility, and operational transformation projects across Asia and other international markets.The firm works closely with senior executives and operational teams to improve performance, enhance organizational effectiveness, optimize supply chains, and support large-scale business transformation initiatives. Its projects often involve close collaboration with multinational corporations undergoing operational change, performance improvement, and growth-related challenges.

Job Description

Operations Transformation & Performance Improvement

  • Support strategic and operational transformation projects across manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and operational excellence topics.
  • Analyze operational performance and identify improvement opportunities across end-to-end business processes.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis and develop practical recommendations to address business challenges.
  • Support implementation planning and execution activities to ensure recommendations generate measurable outcomes.
  • Contribute to cost optimization, productivity improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives.



Client Engagement & Problem Solving

  • Work closely with clients to understand business priorities, challenges, and operational requirements.
  • Conduct interviews, workshops, and stakeholder discussions to gather insights and align project objectives.
  • Translate complex business issues into structured analytical frameworks and actionable workplans.
  • Present findings and recommendations to client teams and project stakeholders.
  • Build trusted working relationships with both management and operational teams.



Project Management & Delivery

  • Manage individual project workstreams and coordinate activities across multiple stakeholders.
  • Monitor project timelines, deliverables, risks, and dependencies.
  • Ensure project outputs meet quality expectations and business objectives.
  • Support internal knowledge development and project methodology enhancement.
  • Contribute to the successful delivery of multiple client engagements simultaneously.



Data Analytics & Digital Tools

  • Utilize data analysis to identify trends, quantify opportunities, and support decision-making.
  • Develop fact-based insights from operational, commercial, and supply chain data.
  • Apply AI-enabled and digital productivity tools to accelerate project analysis, reporting, and presentation development.
  • Support data-driven recommendations that improve business performance.
  • Transform analytical outputs into client-ready presentations and executive materials.



Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work alongside consultants, project managers, and client teams across different functional areas.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders from supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, engineering, finance, and commercial functions.
  • Facilitate discussions to build consensus and drive project progress.
  • Support implementation activities and change management initiatives.
  • Contribute to a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team environment.



The Successful Applicant

Education

  • Bachelor's degree and above from a well-regarded university.
  • Master's degree is advantageous.
  • Academic background in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, Economics, or related disciplines is preferred.



Experience

  • Experience in management consulting, operations transformation, manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, industrial engineering, or related functions.
  • Exposure to operational improvement, process optimization, cost reduction, or transformation projects.
  • Experience working within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, equipment, consumer goods, or related sectors is beneficial.
  • Candidates from industry roles with strong problem-solving and project experience are also welcome.



Skills & Capabilities

  • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to quickly understand new industries, business models, and operational challenges.
  • Solid commercial awareness and business judgment.
  • Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and work effectively in dynamic project environments.
  • Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong PowerPoint development and storytelling capability.
  • Experience using data analytics and AI-enabled productivity tools is advantageous.
  • Fluent Mandarin and English communication skills.



Personal Attributes

  • Curious and intellectually agile.
  • Proactive and execution-oriented.
  • Comfortable engaging with different stakeholder groups.
  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced environments.
  • Confident communicator who enjoys client interaction and relationship building.



What's on Offer

  • Exposure to transformation projects across multiple industries and functions.
  • Opportunity to work directly with senior client stakeholders.
  • Broad project responsibilities with significant ownership and visibility.
  • International and collaborative working environment.
  • Strong learning curve across operations, supply chain, manufacturing, and business strategy topics.
  • Career development opportunities within a growing consulting platform.
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based rewards.
Contact
Amy Cao
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7082695
Phone number
+86 21 6035 3551

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Supply Chain Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amy Cao
Consultant phone
+86 21 6035 3551
Job Reference
JN-082026-7082695

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.