Senior Manager - Mining and Metals for Latin America

About dss+

At dss+, you don’t just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.

We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.

We combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

Why This Role

This role sits at the centre of delivering large-scale transformation programmes while driving business growth across the Mining & Metals sector in Latin America.

You will lead client engagements end-to-end, combining business development, strategic advisory, and delivery leadership. Working closely with senior executives, you will help clients address critical operational challenges while expanding dss+’s market presence and client relationships across the region.

Mining & Metals – Why This Industry

Mining & Metals is a critical industry underpinning the global economy and energy transition.

At dss+, we partner with organisations to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen governance — delivering measurable impact across operations and communities.

This is a key growth area where we support clients to increase production of critical minerals while advancing sustainability and social outcomes.

Your Impact at dss+

You will lead the delivery of transformation programmes across Mining & Metals clients while helping grow our business throughout Latin America.

You will oversee complex consulting engagements, build lasting client relationships, and identify opportunities to deliver measurable improvements across operational risk, operational excellence, asset management, sustainability, and digital transformation.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead consulting teams and manage delivery across large-scale transformation programmes
• Build trusted advisor relationships with C-level executives and senior client stakeholders
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for the Mining & Metals sector across Latin America
• Drive business development activities, including opportunity identification, proposal development, and closing consulting engagements
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while expanding existing client relationships
• Structure project objectives, deliverables, resources, and implementation plans in collaboration with consulting teams
• Engage executive stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful implementation of solutions
• Anticipate project risks and challenges, ensuring proactive mitigation and effective governance
• Support account growth through strategic relationship management and client engagement
• Maintain active involvement in project delivery to ensure quality, impact, and client satisfaction

What You’ll Experience at dss+

Deliver on our Purpose Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.

Develop your Trusted Expertise Gain early autonomy and real accountability, working closely with senior clients on complex, high-impact challenges.

Thrive in a Culture of Respect Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your curiosity is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.

Shape your Career Accelerate your development through hands-on experience, structured learning, and opportunities to work on international projects.

Who You Are

You bring strong analytical thinking, commercial acumen, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, high-impact environments. You are comfortable developing client relationships, leading teams, and driving measurable business results.

Experience

• Proven experience in management consulting and/or Mining & Metals environments
• Proven track record selling strategic and operational consulting services to C-level executives
• Strong experience in prospecting, developing, and closing new business opportunities, while expanding existing client accounts
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex negotiations and secure large-scale consulting engagements
• Experience selling and delivering strategic solutions within the Mining & Metals sector across Latin America
• Deep understanding of industry trends, operational challenges, and business models
• Experience supporting operational risk, operational excellence, supply chain optimisation, digital transformation, asset management, and sustainability initiatives
• Proven experience managing complex transformation programmes and consulting engagements

Capabilities

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams
• Strategic and consultative mindset, capable of leading executive-level discussions and influencing decision-making
• Strong commercial awareness and business development capability
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and project teams in fast-paced environments
• Leadership and collaboration skills, with experience working across multicultural and cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving capability and focus on delivering measurable client impact

Education & Languages

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred
• Advanced English required
• Advanced Spanish required
• Additional languages beneficial

Mobility

• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50%) across Latin America

Growth & Benefits

We invest in your development and success through:

• Structured learning and development, including our Consulting Development Academy
• Mentorship from experienced leaders and industry experts
• Opportunities to contribute to international projects
• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible working policies

A Bit More About Us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time.

Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and private equity — combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.

Diversity & Inclusion

dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.

We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.