Senior Industrial Transformation Consultant

Sopra Steria•North Carolina, USA, United States•Hybrid

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Industrial Transformation Consultant to join our dynamic team. The Senior Industrial Transformation Consultant supports organisations in their operational excellence, digital transformation, and business process improvement initiatives. Working at the intersection of business, operations, and technology, the consultant helps clients define their target operating model, streamline processes, prepare organisational changes, and successfully deploy new business solutions across manufacturing and engineering environments. The role focuses on driving measurable business outcomes, improving operational performance, and ensuring successful adoption of new processes and technologies.Key Responsibilities Operational Assessment & Business AnalysisAnalyse current organisations, business processes, and ways of working.Identify operational challenges, improvement opportunities, and transformation priorities.Facilitate workshops with business stakeholders and operational teams.Map and document current-state (As-Is) processes.Assess operational and digital maturity across functions.Future-State DesignGather and formalise business requirements.Define target operating models and future-state processes.Support process harmonisation across sites, business units, or organisations.Promote best practices and operational standardisation.Contribute to business transformation strategies and initiatives.Transformation ManagementConduct gap assessments between current and target states.Prioritise transformation initiatives and improvement opportunities.Develop transformation roadmaps and implementation plans.Support business case development and effort estimation.Identify risks, assumptions, and dependencies.Change Management & Stakeholder EngagementAssess organisational impacts of transformation initiatives.Develop communication and change adoption strategies.Prepare training and user readiness plans.Facilitate stakeholder alignment and decision-making.Support leadership teams throughout the transformation journey.Experience as an industrial transformation consultant in the context of the deployment of a MES (Manufacturing Execution System) or other manufacturing software.Bachelor’s degree in industrial, mechanical, aeronautical, computer science, or a related fieldStrong leadership and influencing skillsExcellent communication and presentation abilitiesStrategic thinking and problem-solving mindsetAbility to engage executive and operational stakeholdersResults-oriented and customer-focused approachAbility to work in international and multicultural environmentsBusiness & Transformation skills: Business Process AnalysisOperational TransformationChange ManagementStakeholder ManagementWorkshop FacilitationProgramme and Project ManagementContinuous Improvement MethodologiesDigital & Industrial SolutionsERP, MES, PLM PlatformsManufacturing and Supply Chain ProcessesData-Driven OperationsLanguagesEnglishFrench a plusWhy Join Sopra Steria?At Sopra Steria, we believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. Here’s what you can expect:Competitive CompensationAttractive salaryAnnual performance bonusBenefits That MatterHealth, dental, and vision coverageLife and long-term disability insuranceOptional add-ons: Accidental, Telemedicine, and Critical Illness coverageTime for You3 weeks of vacationSick leave and personal daysPerks & FlexibilityMonthly transportation allowanceHybrid work environmentAll the equipment you need to succeedGrow With UsWorld-class training and developmentClear paths for career advancementA caring, collaborative, and inclusive cultureCertified ExcellenceWe’re proud to be recognized as a “Great Place to Work"We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.