Senior Strategy Consultant - Market Entry

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Hybrid working model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant with expertise in Market Entry to join our client’s team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead market research, competitive analyses, and feasibility studies to craft robust entry plans for domestic and international markets.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has 7+ years in strategy consulting, with strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• 7+ years in strategy consulting, market analysis, or business development with market entry focus.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience with international markets and diverse industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify entry opportunities and threats.
• Develop market entry strategies with segmentation, targeting, and positioning.
• Analyze competitive landscape and market shares.
• Assess feasibility considering economic, regulatory, and cultural factors.
• Create go-to-market plans including pricing, distribution, and marketing.
• Advise on entry modes (greenfield, acquisition, JV, licensing).
• Prepare financial projections and business cases for decisions.
• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders and mentor junior staff.
• Monitor post-entry performance and suggest adjustments.
• Contribute to intellectual capital and client relationships.

Skills

Market research

Competitive intelligence

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related

Tools

Data visualization software

Market analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant with expertise in Market Entry strategy to join their dynamic team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This pivotal role involves advising businesses on successfully entering new markets, whether domestically or internationally. You will conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and feasibility studies to develop robust market entry plans, considering factors such as regulatory environments, consumer behavior, and distribution channels. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record in market strategy development and implementation. This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic decisions for a diverse client base and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential opportunities and threats for market entry.
• Develop comprehensive market entry strategies, including market segmentation, targeting, and positioning.
• Perform competitive landscape analysis, identifying key players, their strategies, and market share.
• Evaluate the feasibility of market entry, considering economic, political, regulatory, and cultural factors.
• Develop detailed go-to-market plans, including product/service strategies, pricing, distribution, and marketing initiatives.
• Advise clients on optimal entry modes (e.g., greenfield investment, acquisition, joint venture, licensing).
• Develop financial projections and business cases to support market entry decisions.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder consultations to refine market entry strategies.
• Monitor and analyze market performance post-entry, providing recommendations for adjustments.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the firm's intellectual capital in market strategy.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in strategy consulting, market analysis, or business development, with a strong focus on market entry strategy.
• Demonstrated expertise in market research methodologies, competitive intelligence, and strategic planning frameworks.
• Proven ability to develop and articulate complex market entry strategies.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with diverse industries and international markets is advantageous.
• Ability to manage client relationships and lead project teams effectively.
• Proficiency in market analysis tools and data visualization software.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, including performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits program. We are dedicated to your professional development, providing access to advanced training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your expertise. This role in Kimberley, Northern Cape , offers the chance to work on high-impact strategic projects, advising clients on significant growth opportunities. The firm fosters a collaborative and innovative environment, supporting career progression and work-life balance through a hybrid working model.