Management Consultant - Business Development & Growth

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Networking with clients

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to drive business development and growth strategies for clients. You will identify opportunities, develop go-to-market plans, and guide clients toward expansion.

Key duties include market research, competitive analysis, building detailed growth plans, and shaping partnerships and M&A opportunities. You will also optimize sales channels and produce solid financial models.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in management consulting or business development.
• Experience in growing strategies and market expansion.
• Strong market analysis, financial modeling, and business case development.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely; Upington knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on market entry, expansion, and revenue growth.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and opportunity assessments.
• Develop business development plans and sales strategies.
• Identify partnerships, alliances, and M&A opportunities.
• Help optimize sales channels and customer acquisition.
• Develop financial models and business cases for growth.
• Support product development and market positioning.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities.

Skills

Business development

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

Financial modeling

Client management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic firm within the Management Consultancy landscape, is looking for an experienced Management Consultant to focus on Business Development and Growth strategies for their clients in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA . This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a proven ability to identify market opportunities, develop growth strategies, and guide clients in achieving their expansion goals. You will work with businesses to enhance their market position, optimize sales processes, and implement effective go-to-market plans. The successful candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for driving business success. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to economic development in the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on strategies for market entry, expansion, and revenue growth.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and opportunity assessments.
• Develop detailed business development plans and sales strategies.
• Identify potential partnerships, alliances, and M&A opportunities.
• Assist clients in optimizing their sales channels and customer acquisition processes.
• Develop financial models and business cases for growth initiatives.
• Provide guidance on product development and market positioning.
• Support clients in the implementation of growth strategies.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting, business development, strategic marketing, or a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing successful growth strategies.
• Strong understanding of market analysis, financial modeling, and business case development.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively with clients and manage project deliverables.
• Familiarity with the business landscape in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA and surrounding areas is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• This role provides significant opportunities for professional development, networking with diverse clients, and career progression within the consultancy.
• You will work on impactful projects aimed at driving significant business growth and contribute to the economic vitality of the region.
• The firm fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, valuing employee contributions and offering flexibility.