Agribusiness Strategy Consultant — Hybrid

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical aid and pension/

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Industry networks and agribusiness-ex—

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specialized in Agribusiness Strategy for hybrid work in Mahikeng, North West. You will advise agribusinesses on strategic planning, efficiency, market access, and sustainable growth, working with farms and cooperatives to enhance competitiveness.

The role emphasizes driving value through production optimization, technology adoption, and strong stakeholder collaboration within the North West agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of agribusiness or agricultural consulting experience.
• Understanding of the agricultural value chain and sector challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hybrid work with client site visits in the Mahikeng region.
• Experience with financial analysis and business planning for agricultural enterprises.
• Familiarity with government agricultural programs is advantageous.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for agribusiness clients.
• Analyze market trends, supply chains, and competition.
• Advise on farm management, production, and post-harvest operations.
• Identify opportunities for technology adoption.
• Develop business cases for investments.
• Improve operational efficiency and cost management.
• Facilitate workshops for stakeholders.
• Support market access and value-added products.
• Stay updated on policies, sustainability, trends.
• Contribute to business development in the practice.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Farm management software

Financial analysis tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specialized in Agribusiness Strategy for hybrid work in Mahikeng, North West. You will advise agribusinesses on strategic planning, efficiency, market access, and sustainable growth, working with farms and cooperatives to enhance competitiveness.

The role emphasizes driving value through production optimization, technology adoption, and strong stakeholder collaboration within the North West agricultural sector.