Hospitality Apprentice (Food & Beverage)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Management Consultant for a fully remote position in South Africa. You will lead engagements across Retail and Consumer Goods, shaping strategy, supply chain optimization, digital marketing, and e-commerce initiatives.

The role requires 7+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy with deep RCG exposure. You will mentor junior consultants, manage client relationships, and present strategic roadmaps to senior executives via virtual platforms.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent graduate degree from a reputable institution.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in management consulting or corporate strategy, with a specialization in Retail and Consumer Goods.
• Proven track record leading strategy or transformation projects in the RCG sector.
• Deep understanding of retail operations, consumer behavior, e-commerce trends, and supply chain dynamics.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects for retail and consumer goods clients, focusing on strategy and operations.
• Develop innovative strategies to address market disruptions and evolving consumer behavior.
• Optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and drive digital commerce initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and performance diagnostics.
• Manage project teams effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality insights and recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client executives.
• Present findings and strategic roadmaps to senior leadership via virtual platforms.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to RCG practice capabilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client management

Analytical thinking

Virtual communication

Mentoring

Education

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Data analytics tools

Digital marketing platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy with a strong reputation for driving growth in the Retail and Consumer Goods (RCG) sector, is actively seeking a Senior Management Consultant for a fully remote position. This role is designed for a strategic leader passionate about transforming RCG businesses through innovative solutions in areas like supply chain optimization, digital marketing, customer experience, and e-commerce strategy. You will lead engagements that tackle complex industry challenges, develop actionable strategies, and guide clients through successful implementation. The ideal candidate brings extensive RCG industry knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and proven leadership in a consulting or corporate strategy environment. This remote opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere, contributing to impactful client transformations across the nation. Our client is dedicated to empowering RCG businesses to thrive in an evolving marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects for retail and consumer goods clients, focusing on strategy and operations.
• Develop innovative strategies to address market disruptions, evolving consumer behavior, and competitive pressures.
• Optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and drive digital commerce initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and performance diagnostics.
• Manage project teams effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality insights and recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with client executives.
• Present findings and strategic roadmaps to senior leadership through virtual platforms.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of RCG practice capabilities.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent graduate degree from a reputable institution.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in management consulting or corporate strategy, with a specialization in Retail and Consumer Goods.
• Demonstrated success in leading strategy or transformation projects within the RCG sector.
• Deep understanding of retail operations, consumer behavior, e-commerce trends, and supply chain dynamics.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data analytics and digital marketing technologies is highly valued.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, attractive bonus structures, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and flexible work arrangements. Continuous professional development is emphasized through extensive training, mentorship programs, and opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects. This fully remote role provides unparalleled work-life integration. Join a leading consultancy that values expertise, innovation, and client success, and play a key role in shaping the future of the Retail and Consumer Goods industry from your preferred location.