Manager / Senior Manager – Operations & Manufacturing (Strategy & Transformation) 80-100%

PwC is hiring a Manager / Senior Manager – Operations & Manufacturing (Strategy & Transformation) 80-100% in Zurich, Switzerland. Level rates it ; you can apply on PwC.

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The posting mentions visa sponsorship.
The posting mentions operations strategy, supply chain and manufacturing among its tools and skills.
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Lead operations and manufacturing transformation projects, advising clients on supply chain strategies, digital plants, and operational excellence.

operations-strategysupply-chainmanufacturingmanagement-consulting

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Customer

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

You will join our dynamic Supply Chain & Operations (SC&O) team within PwC Switzerland’s Operations Transformation practice. We support leading companies across industries – incl. Pharma & Life Sciences, Industrial Manufacturing, and Consumer Goods – on high impact strategy and transformation programs spanning manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and broader operations. You will collaborate closely with our PwC and Strategy& global network in an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and high performing environment.

As a (Senior) Manager, you will contribute to and lead key elements of Operations and Manufacturing transformation projects. You will help shape strategies, design transformation programs, and drive implementation together with clients.

Your core responsibilities include:

Advise clients on Operations Strategy topics, with an emphasis on Manufacturing (e.g., Fit-for-Growth, Make-or-Buy, CDMO Strategy and Ecosystems, Smart/AI Manufacturing, Digital plants, Asset efficiency, Operational Excellence), while also contributing to broader areas such as network strategy and sustainability.
Lead project workstreams, including problem-solving, data analysis, solution design, and development of high-impact client deliverables.
Engage directly with client stakeholders, supporting or facilitating workshops, presentations, and discussions.
Guide junior colleagues in producing high‑quality analyses and outputs.
Support business development, including proposal support, preparation of pitch materials, and identification of follow on opportunities.
Contribute to thought leadership on topics such as manufacturing transformation, digital operations, and operational excellence.
Collaborate with cross-functional PwC and Strategy& experts to bring the best global capabilities to our clients.
Work in a fast-paced growing environment, driven by respect, camaraderie, and strong team spirit.

Your Qualifications and Skill Set

We are looking for driven, curious, and collaborative individuals with a passion for solving complex operational challenges.

Master’s degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline from a reputable institution.
5+ years of relevant experience in management or strategy consulting, industrial operations, manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, or other operations‑related fields.
Proven experience contributing to (or leading) workstreams, structuring analyses, and delivering high‑quality client outputs.
Strong analytical and conceptual problem‑solving skills.
Significant experience in AI tools for research, slide generation and any other core consulting skill
Ideally experience in applying AI in a manufacturing environment at client
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in client‑facing settings.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities.
Collaborative team player with strong ownership and initiative.
Fluency in English required; German or French is an advantage.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Strong sense of responsibility and independence.
Flexibility to travel and work on client site when needed.

Minimum years experience required

Additional application instructions

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Budgetary Management, Business Analysis, Business Development, Business Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Strategy, Embracing Change, Emerging Technologies, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Management, Inclusion, Industry Trend Analysis, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Management Consulting {+ 17 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

How we rate this

Manager / Senior Manager – Operations & Manufacturing (Strategy & Transformation) 80-100% at PwC rates 10 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Manager / Senior Manager – Operations & Manufacturing (Strategy & Transformation) 80-100% is an open job at PwC.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Zürich.
The job was posted on September 9, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by PwC. Apply on PwC

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