BUSINESS ADVISOR, OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY Vancouver

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Business Advisor Operations Automation helps Canadian entrepreneurs improve productivity and operational performance through advisory services focused on industrial automation robotics and operational excellence.

This role leads the delivery of both standard and customized advisory engagements including automation assessments automation investment planning productivity improvement initiatives and strategic operations mandates. The Business Advisor helps clients evaluate prioritize and implement automation and robotics-related investments by translating business objectives into practical measurable outcomes.

The position combines deep technical expertise consulting experience project leadership business acumen and strong client relationship skills. Responsibilities include project delivery subject matter leadership business development support and the continuous evolution of advisory offerings.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

• Deliver high-quality advisory engagements including automation assessments automation roadmaps productivity improvement plans equipment investment business cases and third-party plan reviews.
• Lead projects from initiation to completion ensuring scope budget timelines quality standards and client expectations are met.
• Provide technical expertise and thought leadership in industrial automation robotics autonomous systems and emerging technologies.
• Support the development of advisory methodologies tools and solutions by staying current on industry trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with Client Partners and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities scope engagements and develop client proposals.
• Engage directly with clients to understand business challenges and recommend practical automation and operational improvement solutions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics or Automation Engineering or a related field. MBA . or other relevant professional designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10 years of consulting experience including at least 6 years specializing in industrial automation robotics and digitally enabled equipment across multiple industries.
• Candidates should be able to translate business and operational requirements into practical AI-enabled solutions that deliver measurable improvements in productivity quality safety or operational performance.
• Experience identifying evaluating implementing and managing automation or AI initiatives within production manufacturing logistics field service or industrial operations is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in several of the following areas:
• • Robotics (articulated SCARA collaborative robots AMRs AGVs)
  • PLC HMI SCADA and industrial control systems
  • Machine vision and sensor technologies
  • Automated material handling and warehouse automation
  • Industrial IoT and MES/OT-IT integration
  • applying AI automation robotics or advanced digital technologies in industrial or operational environments.
• Solid understanding of Lean Six Sigma process optimization and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven experience developing automation strategies investment business cases cost analyses ROI assessments and implementation roadmaps.
• Strong consulting and business advisory skills with the ability to support strategic planning prioritization and execution initiatives.
• Ability to design practical results-oriented solutions tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes industrial technology infrastructure integration approaches and vendor ecosystems.
• Experience applying AI-driven solutions within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated project management experience delivering both standard and customized consulting engagements.
• Excellent client relationship communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork capabilities.
• Experience working with Canadian industrial equipment vendors automation OEMs or system integrators is an asset.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• Willingness to travel within Western Canada on an occasional basis.

Locations: Vancouver or Fraser Valley British Columbia

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1