Consultant - Strategy and Operations

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellness benefits package

Training and development resources

High visibility projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a sharp, results-oriented Consultant with expertise in Strategy and Operations to join their Centurion team. You will partner with clients to refine strategic direction, streamline operational frameworks, and drive peak performance through diagnosing issues and guiding execution.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, actionable recommendations, and collaborative project leadership within a dynamic consulting environment that supports professional growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant consulting experience, with a focus on strategy or operations.
• Strong analytical skills, including process mapping, data analysis, and financial evaluation.
• Experience in project management and leading workstreams within client engagements.
• Proficiency in developing clear, concise business cases and strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client operations, supply chains, and business processes to identify strategic and operational gaps.
• Develop tailored strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance.
• Design and implement new operational models and process improvements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Analytical skills

Process mapping

Data analysis

Financial evaluation

Project management

Leading workstreams

Business cases

Strategic plans

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a sharp and results-oriented Consultant with expertise in Strategy and Operations to join their vibrant team in Centurion . This role involves partnering with clients to refine their strategic direction and streamline their operational frameworks to achieve peak performance. You will be responsible for diagnosing complex operational issues, designing practical solutions, and guiding clients through the execution phase. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant organizational improvements and work within a dynamic consulting environment that fosters professional development and encourages innovative thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client operations, supply chains, and business processes to identify strategic and operational gaps.
• Develop tailored strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance.
• Design and implement new operational models and process improvements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant consulting experience, with a focus on strategy or operations.
• Strong analytical skills, including process mapping, data analysis, and financial evaluation.
• Experience in project management and leading workstreams within client engagements.
• Proficiency in developing clear, concise business cases and strategic plans.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge training and development resources.
• Engaging projects with high visibility and impact on client organizations.