Each year, Business Talent Group releases the High-End Independent Talent Report, looking across industries and business functions to analyze how business leaders deploy top independent talent to fill critical skill, expertise, and leadership gaps. Here are the key operations trends for 2024.
Supply chain optimization and IT and tech transformation remain high priorities for operations leaders, driven by the need to enhance efficiency and adapt to evolving market dynamics. Skills such as project management and risk management are essential for driving these complex initiatives and mitigating potential disruptions.
PROJECT CATEGORIES: Operations
| 24% Strategy |
| 33% Operations |
| 19% Transformation |
| 5% Organization |
| 19% Interim Leadership |
IN-DEMAND PROJECTS FOR OPERATIONS
Interim Leadership
Business Processes
Supply Chain
IT and Tech Transformation
Manufacturing Excellence
IN-DEMAND SKILLS FOR OPERATIONS
Project Management
Supply Chain
Financial Controls, Accounting, and Audit
Risk Management
Technology and Systems Implementation
SAMPLE OPERATIONS PROJECTS
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Provide an unbiased perspective on governance and standard operating procedures to the VP of operations
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Serve as interim Director of Sustainability to develop and execute a sustainability program
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Develop and maintain a cross-functional quality improvement program
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Orchestrate and lead end-to-end global supply chain strategies
