Experienced Associate_Manufacturing Excellence at pwc

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Strategy, Operations Excellence, Maintenance & Reliability, Manufacturing Quality, Contract Manufacturing Strategy, M&A Integration, Network Optimization, Project Management, Problem-Solving, Analytical Skills, Communication, Team Player, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Client Management, Presentation Skills

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Associate Job Description & Summary 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. Job Description Associate - Manufacturing Excellence Industry: Management Consulting Job Family: Physical Product Development and Manufacturing (PPDM) Specialism: Operations Management Level: Senior Associate Travel Requirements: Travel to client locations may be required as per project requirements. Job Summary: PwC’s Operations Transformation – Product Development & Manufacturing (PD&M) team partners with clients across diverse industries to address critical business challenges and drive transformation in how products are designed, engineered, and manufactured. The team delivers impact through strategic advisory and implementation services in the areas of Strategy & Operations, Digital Manufacturing, Digital Engineering, and Connected Products & Solutions (CP&S). Position Requirements: Knowledge Preferred: Manufacturing Strategy & Operations – Familiarity with shop floor operations, equipment, production process and strong understanding of strategic levers to improve plant network efficiency, reduce cost-to-serve, and optimize manufacturing footprints. Operations Excellence – Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM to drive throughput, reduce waste, and improve asset productivity. Maintenance & Reliability – Familiarity with best practices in preventive/predictive maintenance, asset reliability programs, and uptime optimization strategies. Manufacturing Quality – Exposure to manufacturing quality systems, root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA implementation, and cost of poor quality (COPQ) tracking. Contract Manufacturing Strategy – Experience supporting make-vs-buy decisions, managing external manufacturing partners, and evaluating outsourcing opportunities. M&A Integration & Separation – Understanding of manufacturing-related due diligence, synergy assessment, and integration planning during M&A activities. Network Optimization – Involvement in footprint rationalization, manufacturing network design, or supply chain network optimization projects Project Management – Experience in planning and managing end-to-end implementations, coordinating with stakeholders, managing timelines, and ensuring successful project executio Skills Preferred: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to break down complex operational challenges. Ability to synthesize manufacturing data and convert it into actionable recommendations. Excellent communication and presentation skills for client-facing interactions. Team player with the flexibility to work across a range of industries and project types. Strong analytical thinking with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. Collaborate with leadership to deliver engagements, support project and client management, and produce high-quality deliverables. Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with team members. Effective verbal and written communication across various scenarios and audiences. Qualifications: Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from Tier 1 colleges MBA in Operations (Preferred) Past Experience: Prior relevant work experience aligned with the required knowledge and skills Associate: 2-4 years of experience Travel Requirements Not Specified Job Posting End Date February 19, 2026 Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.

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Responsibilities

The role involves analyzing product development lifecycles and identifying bottlenecks to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. Additionally, the associate will provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing supply chain integration.