Consultant – Business Process Optimization & Operational Excellence

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions. Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide. You will take ownership of demanding assignments in operational excellence projects within the automotive industry. Your responsibilities will span diverse areas, with the specific tasks depending on client needs and your individual strengths. They will include some of the following but not all within the same project: WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Analyze, document, and optimize business processes, with a strong emphasis on IT- and software-supported automation.
• Plan and manage IT-related process improvement projects from conception through implementation.
• Gather and evaluate business requirements, define objectives, and translate them into actionable project plans and process improvements.
• Create detailed documentation, including process maps, instructions, and project timelines to guide implementation and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Assess the impact of proposed changes and facilitate cross-functional collaboration to drive successful implementation.
• Lead workshops and meetings with stakeholders to align on project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Ensure business processes comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and milestones using suitable project management tools.
• Act as a liaison between business units and IT teams to ensure clear understanding of requirements and alignment of technical solutions.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and driving initiatives to increase effectiveness and scalability. WHO YOU ARE:
• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Operations Management, or a related field.
• You bring 3–5 years of hands-on experience in business process consulting or IT project management, with a strong track record in the automotive industry — ideally within a consulting or manufacturing environment.
• You have deep expertise in designing, mapping, and optimizing business processes — particularly in technology-enabled transformations within the automotive industry.
• You have successfully led or supported IT-driven process improvement initiatives or system implementations, delivering measurable results for automotive clients.
• You work independently, precisely, and in a structured way, even under time pressure.
• You’re comfortable collaborating with both business and technical stakeholders and translating between the two.
• Experience with common project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, or similar) is a plus.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or comparable certifications are a bonus, but not required.
• Self-motivated and driven with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with powerful presentation skills.
• You are detail oriented, structured and have common sense.
• You can work on your own with minimal guidance, while putting your team's interests before your own.
• You think ‘out of the box’ to create solutions when none exist.
• With an agile mindset you are not afraid of diving into uncharted waters.
• Strong conflict resolution skills help you manage, mitigate, and resolve conflicts.
• Your English skills are solid, German and/or Spanish is a plus.
• You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S. GOOD TO KNOW:
• We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• We invest in your growth with mentorship and a strong learning culture.
• You contribute directly to advancing innovation in the sectors we operate in.
• You’ll take ownership of your work and see the direct results of your efforts.
• We foster an entrepreneurial spirit—take initiative, own your ideas, and drive real impact. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job

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