What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead / Principal Consultant - Operations Transformation position at Tarka Talent?
• Operations Transformation Consulting
• $165,000–$200,000 base profit share sign-on
• US-wide travel | 4 days/week on client site | Training period in UK HQ
• Preference for Chicago-based candidates; other US locations will be considered
Our client is a results-driven management consultancy that delivers complex operational transformations
Backed by decades of UK success, they're investing heavily in the US and building a new team from the ground up. You’ll be empowered to own client impact, work at the boardroom and shop floor levels, and embed sustainable change that sticks
You will have the chance to lead critical operational transformation programs, managing high-performing teams to deliver outcomes worth millions.
You’ll begin your journey with full immersion in the firm’s proven methodology, spending your first few months at their UK HQ before stepping into a key leadership role in the US.
In your role, you will:
– Deliver multi-million-dollar transformation workstreams across Manufacturing, Consumer and Retail clients
– Lead teams of four to eight consultants in high-trust, data-led client engagements
– Work closely with program leads to align KPIs to strategic business outcomes
– Drive delivery governance and continuous improvement on-site, 4 days/week
– Build senior client relationships that unlock progress and long-term impact
You Will Need:
– 4 years relevant consulting experience (ops/supply-chain etc)
– A track record of delivering measurable operational improvements
– Strong analytical problem-solving and storytelling ability
– Confidence working across all levels of client organisations, from C-suite to front line
– Right to work in the US without any VISA sponsorship
– Flexibility to travel extensively and spend several months in the UK
Why You’ll Love It:
– $165k–$200k base profit-sharing sign-on
– Bi-annual appraisals and transparent promotion opportunities
– A highly supportive, feedback-rich culture backed by a proven delivery methodology
– Chance to build a new market
Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted. We genuinely appreciate the time and interest shown in applying.
Salary : $165,000 - $200,000