Description
Position Title: Operations Consultant – Cost Transformation
Location: Mostly remote-Alpharetta preferably
Shift: 1st | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Compensation: $70/hour
Employment Type: Project to end Oct 2026
Position Overview:
Kelly Services is seeking a results-driven Operations Consultant to join the Cost Transformation team within our Growth & Innovation group. This role will lead high-impact projects focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, and strategic initiatives supporting our Products and Healthcare Services segments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and execute cost transformation initiatives across multiple departments including Operations, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Finance, and Marketing.
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Manage projects ranging from $250K to $5M, leading cross-functional teams of 2 to 10 members.
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Support procurement and sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and operational improvements.
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with financial objectives.
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Provide technical and systems leadership to improve process efficiency and maintain critical systems.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
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Coordinate plant trials, commercialization activities, and capital projects in line with regulatory and corporate standards.
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Maintain data integrity across systems and contribute to strategic supply chain planning.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering, operations, supply chain, or a related field.
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5+ years of experience in operations or technical roles within FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
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Proven experience leading cross-functional projects from scoping through post-launch.
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Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, project management, and change management.
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Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio).
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Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work independently and navigate a global matrix organization.
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Fluent in English (written and verbal).
Preferred Skills:
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Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
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Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Access
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Multilingual skills (Spanish, French, Chinese)
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Knowledge of stage gate product development and design for manufacturing
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Strong presentation and problem-solving skills
Why Join Us:
This is an opportunity to work on meaningful transformation projects in a global healthcare company committed to innovation, operational excellence, and improved patient outcomes. Join a collaborative team that values accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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