Durban Strategy & Operations Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Strategy and Operations Consultant for our Durban advisory practice. The role focuses on diagnosing challenges, designing practical solutions, and delivering tangible business value across industries in KwaZulu-Natal.

You will analyze operations, develop strategies to improve efficiency, and present data-driven recommendations while collaborating with senior consultants and clients in a hybrid Durban environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or a related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct operational assessments and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance supply chain, logistics, and production efficiency.
• Analyze business performance metrics and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Assist clients in defining and executing strategic plans to achieve business goals.
• Facilitate workshops with client teams to brainstorm solutions and build consensus.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations outlining findings and recommendations.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals and client presentations.
• Collaborate with senior consultants and project managers to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Industrial Engineering/Operations Management

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Strategy and Operations Consultant for our Durban advisory practice. The role focuses on diagnosing challenges, designing practical solutions, and delivering tangible business value across industries in KwaZulu-Natal.

You will analyze operations, develop strategies to improve efficiency, and present data-driven recommendations while collaborating with senior consultants and clients in a hybrid Durban environment.