Consultant Manufacturing

Job description

As a global leader in (Tech) Consulting, Assurance, Tax and Transactions services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. 

Within (Tech) Consulting specialized consultants work in various disciplines; from developing until implementing a strategy within diverse company branches and different segments. Our multidisciplinary teams crossing cultural borders work at companies within the fields of Data Analytics, Technology, IT, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, Strategy, Finance, Risk, Supply Chain & Operations and Life Science & Healthcare. We believe that by managing our clients’ challenges we can make a critical difference.

What you can expect – enriching experiences that will last a lifetime
EY’s Supply Chain & Operations (SC&O) practice supports clients across different domains: Supply Chain, Procurement, Operational Excellence (both in Manufacturing and Services Organizations) and Smart Factory. In this role as consultant your main focus will be Operational Excellence for Manufacturing. Additionally you have the flexibility to work in the other domains. 

·  In our Operational Excellence for Manufacturing domain we help leading companies with optimizing their manufacturing operations processes. This ranges from organization-wide operating model re-design and restructuring, to plant, department and process improvements, as well as implementing digital transformation journeys for (shop floor) operations. We look at processes, systems, organization and performance management, while also taking behavior and leadership into account. Total Productive Management (TPM) and Lean principles and philosophy play an important role. Projects typically consist of an analysis and advice phase followed by the implementation of the recommendations. 
·   As a consultant your role will be to lead a sub project within client engagements. You will work independently as well as in teams at our clients, supporting them with improving their business performance. You will work together with EY consultants to coach and support client team members from all levels of the organization, perform analyses and report findings and results. 
·  Drawing on your knowledge, skills and experience, you will start to build valued relationships with external clients and internal peers. Moreover, you will also support in the development of project proposals and thought leadership. 
·  You will play an active role within the team and contribute to the development of all team members.

 

What you can contribute – skills for shaping the future 

·  Minimum 1 years of work experience in Consultancy and/or in Industry within the field of Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, TPM, Production Management or Continuous Improvement within Manufacturing Organizations.
·  In addition, experience in/with one or more of the following areas is a plus: Maintenance, Warehousing, Quality, HSE 
·  A Master's degree preferably in the field of Operations management or a technical/engineering discipline. 
·  You have a passion for Operational Excellence in Manufacturing Excellence and experience and knowledge regarding project management. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt is an advantage.
·  Ideally, you have a basic understanding of manufacturing data & analytics (knowledge of data management architecture in manufacturing is a plus)
·  Fluent in English and Dutch. One (or more) of the following languages would be a preference: French, Spanish, Italian or Polish. Flexibility with working abroad. 
·  Excellent analytical capabilities, strong communication, influencing and people skills, result-driven, the ability to be pragmatic in execution of projects and conceptual thinking. 

 
What we are offering – an inspiring work environment 
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. At EY, your competencies and your areas of interest will determine your future, plus we offer you: 

·  Join in the steep learning curve and improve your skillset and earn management responsibilities. 
·  Acknowledgement: Receive constructive support, coaching and feedback as a part of our Leadership & Development process on a regular base; feedback of counselors and planning of personal and professional development goals. 
·  Become part of international projects through our global network and work along multicultural teams. 

 
Find out morehere  about the many benefits to which you are entitled as employee at EY 

Become part of our high-performing teams! 

If you have any questions, please contact Eva Schikker via +31(0)638148354 or via email eva.schikker@nl.ey.com

An (online) assessment and a pre employment screening are part of the application procedure . 
Due to laws and regulations, and because EY (and in some cases its clients) has high demands on the reliability and integrity of its employees, every new employee will be screened. Depending on your rank the pre employment screening could contain the following: Certificate of Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) or - if requesting a Dutch VOG is not possible - Criminal Background Check of the country you are currently living or have lived during the last five years,  integrity questionnaire, verification of ID, diploma’s and/or work experience and consultation of the Dutch insolvency registry.
If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter as mentioned above.