Operations Consulting - Manufacturing Excellence - Senior Associate

Senior Associate, Operations Consulting

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In product development and manufacturing at PwC, you will specialise in improving product development and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with clients to analyse product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. Working in this area, you will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimising supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to :

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Preferred Fields of Study :

Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Engineering Physics, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Production Engineering, Project Engineering & Management, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Science, Computer and Information Science, Data Processing / Analytics / Science

Preferred Knowledge / Skills :

Demonstrates knowledge and a proven record of success in or a desire to deliver advisory services in one of the following core industry sectors including, but not limited to : Industrial : Automotive; Aerospace; Chemicals; Industrial Manufacturing; or Construction; Technology : Hardware / Electronics; Systems; Software; Semiconductor; or Telecommunications; Life Sciences : Pharma, Bio Pharma, & Specialty Pharma; Medical Device, Medical Technology & Diagnostics; Generics; or Animal Health; and Consumer Markets : Food & Beverage; Goods; or Vertically Integrated Retail.

Functional Experience :

Demonstrates knowledge and a proven record of success in or a desire to deliver advisory services in the following capability areas : Manufacturing Strategy & Operating Model Development; Physical Manufacturing Network Analysis & Optimization; Pre / Post M&A Activities; New Product Introduction / Launch Management; and Contract Manufacturing, Tolling, CDMO Management.

Demonstrates proven experience or a desire to deliver advisory services in the following capability areas : Operations Excellence; Maintenance & Reliability Management; Digital Manufacturing; and Digital Automation.

Demonstrates some proven abilities to collaborate and work with a diverse team including : Basic problem solving and analysis skills; Financial modeling skills; Basic spreadsheet, presentation and document development skills; Demonstrates the ability to build, maintain, and utilize networks of client relationships; Interpersonal skills and proactive communication; and Collaborative and "can-do" mindset eager to take on challenges.

Travel Requirements : Up to 80%

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PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines.

The salary range for this position is : $77,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link.