Business Consultant

Job Purpose The Business Consultant requires a deep understanding of business operations to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Folks with a background in warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution tend to thrive. They understand the flow of inventory and cash across a business. The role leads cross-functional teams, manages complex client engagements, and drives measurable business outcomes by providing high-impact solutions that enhance organizational efficiency, profitability, and growth.You will act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior management, working collaboratively to solve complex business problems, implement change, and deliver sustainable results. Your ability to blend strategic insights with operational execution will be critical in helping clients meet their goals.This position is full-time permanent.Interested? Note: Only those who follow the above instruction will be considered. Send a short video (3-5 mins) sharing the following and your resume to connect@meiraconsulting.com.The most fun you've had using your brain recently (escape room, sport, board game, etc.)Your favourite hobbies (indoor and outdoor)Recent book you've read or podcast you're listening toAccountabilities Happy ClientHealthy ProjectEveryone looks goodClient has MaturedResponsibilities Project ManagementDelivery of client project work for broad group of industries and technologiesKeeping the project organized, on time, on budget, and on scopeEnsuring the end goal is clear, documented, and everyone is moving in the same directionSchedule and budget managementQuality and risk managementProject resource managementWorking closely with Meira team members and client stakeholders to deliver project scopeMotivating and inspiring people to get things doneProcess AnalysisUncovering, clarifying, and documenting current stateAnalyzing for waste, risk, and redundancy to improve the flow of a businessIdentifying solutions, systems, and tools that will create positive changeTechnology TransformationAnalyzing the technology landscape for opportunitiesIdentifying solutions that will help make better, faster business decisions (through data) and transform a business’ ability to make their customers exceptionally happyClient SupportBuilding strong, trusted relationships with clientsGuiding and supporting clients in difficult decisionsMaking the experience enjoyable and funOtherResearching new practices, concepts, and technologies, bringing them forward to the team, and implementing the ideas that bring value to our clientsDuties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time by Meira management.Salaried PositionThis is a full time permanent position with an annual salary range of $90,000-$110,000.Key Requirements Meira team members have wide and varied backgrounds, ranging from procurement to medical, manufacturing to warehouse. We’re keen to find people with varied experience who can bring a fresh perspective and increase our collective knowledge base.This role requires:5+ years of experience in an operational role- Manufacturing / assembly- Warehouse / inventory management- Distribution / supply chain managementStrong business acumen across functional areasExperience in process design and process mappingExperience in project execution / project managementExceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, in EnglishExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsCritical thinking and sound judgementProven experience directly managing direct reportsAdditional considerations:Master of Business Administration an assetLean certification an assetPMP, Agile, or Waterfall certification is an assetWhy we exist Meira helps organizations reach their business goals by aligning people, process, and technology.We do this by clarifying and understanding the client’s long-term business goals, developing a roadmap to transform their current state into their future vision, and providing support every step of the way.We are improvement driven. We leave things better than we found them and are inspired by others who feel the same way.Who we are Meira is made up of a team of helpful, passionate, resourceful people who love all things business. With all the complexities of business, the vast amount of information available, and all the possible solutions out there, we pride ourselves in being able to figure out the best solutions for our clients. We cut through the fog and help clients get where they want to be faster and with fewer headaches and restless nights along the way. We’re there to make it easy and fun, even when things are rough.To keep this true, we look for people who share our values.We leave our ego at the door We recognize that our clients are the expert in their businessOur job is to provide ideas, methodologies, concepts, and guidance to help the client succeedWe bring positive vibes, energy, and make the process funWe are avid learners We seek out and create cutting edge business knowledge, concepts, and methodologies and bring them to our clientsWe stay on top of technology trends and advancementsWe teach We are there to make things better for people and businesses, to craft workable, permanent solutions, and teach them what we knowWe measure our integrity by our behavior We recommend what is best for the client, not Meira or ourselvesWe are with our clients to provide value, not bill hoursWe are accountable for the quality of our workWhy working here is great We’re a fun, happy team of smart, driven people.Some perks:Three weeks' vacation; two weeks at your discretion and a week off for us all between Xmas and new yearsWork-life balance; 40-hour work week, seriouslyA beautiful, bright office in VancouverAwesome clients across a broad range of industriesA focus on professional developmentWho we work with Our clients span across North America, with some global. They range from enterprise to private equity to public sector. These companies know things aren’t working as they should and need a guide to know what changes to make, how to go about it, or how to get something unstuck and over the finish line.