Senior Business Advisor optimizing operations for Canadian SMEs at BDC, the bank dedicated to developing Canadian businesses.
Delivering consulting mandates, operational efficiency solutions, project management, and business development support.
Responsibilities
Lead and deliver standard and customized advisory mandates
Provide solutions in operations assessments, plant layout optimization, and business process optimization
Ensure high-quality client outcomes that support business growth
Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and objectives
Conduct quality assurance reviews of project work and deliverables
Apply project management best practices
Act as a recognized expert in operational efficiency
Stay current on market trends, emerging technologies, and operational best practices
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of advisory solutions and tools
Support sales through client needs assessments and customized proposals
Work with Client Partners to transfer knowledge, deliver projects, and identify new business opportunities
Participate in outreach and marketing initiatives to promote the practice’s offerings
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
MBA or relevant professional designation considered an asset
Minimum 10 years of consulting experience, ideally within a consulting firm
Strong background in operational efficiency, operations optimization, Lean methodologies, and Six Sigma practices
Experience in Supply Chain Management
Experience in Operations Digitization and AI
Experience in Robotics and Automation
Experience with ERP, MES, MWS, and other operations management systems
Deep expertise in operational excellence and business transformation
Ability to develop pragmatic, results-oriented solutions for SMEs
Strong strategic coaching and advisory capabilities
Demonstrated success managing and delivering consulting engagements
Excellent project management skills
Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation abilities
Proven relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
High emotional intelligence and collaborative mindset
Strong client focus with a commitment to delivering measurable value
Professional bilingualism in French and English, spoken and written
Willingness to travel within the region
Benefits
Flexible and competitive benefits
Employee Savings and Investment Plan with BDC matching part of voluntary contributions
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
$750 wellness and health care spending account
Paid vacation each year
Five personal days
Sick days as necessary
Offices closed from December 25 to January 1
Hybrid work model
Opportunities for learning, training and development
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