Industrial Engineer - Strategic Planning and Analysis

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement annuity

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work arrangement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join the strategic planning and analysis team in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The role focuses on long-term operational strategies, market analysis, and creating robust business cases for major investments.

You will forecast, model, and analyze financials within industrial contexts and collaborate with senior leadership. The ideal candidate holds a master's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience, with strong Excel and simulation

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, MBA or related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial engineering, strategic planning, financial analysis, or operations consulting.
• Proven experience in developing strategic plans, financial modeling, and business case development.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in forecasting and analysis.
• Proficiency in simulation software and advanced Excel modeling techniques.
• Excellent understanding of industrial operations, supply chains, and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive landscapes, and operational performance to identify strategic opportunities.
• Develop long-range operational and strategic plans for various business units.
• Create detailed financial models and business cases to support investment decisions in new technologies, capacity expansions, and process improvements.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques and simulation tools to forecast demand, assess risks, and evaluate strategic options.
• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to align operational strategies with corporate objectives.
• Perform feasibility studies for new ventures and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor the execution of strategic plans and provide regular performance reports and recommendations.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic initiatives and track progress against them.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices relevant to strategic planning.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel modeling

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

MBA

Tools

Simulation software

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

A diversified industrial conglomerate with significant operations in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join their strategic planning and analysis team. This role is pivotal in driving long-term operational strategies, conducting market analysis, and developing business cases for major investments. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, a strategic mindset, and expertise in forecasting, modeling, and financial analysis within industrial contexts. This is a high-impact role for shaping the future growth of our client's business in Mpumalanga, South Africa, based in Nelspruit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive landscapes, and operational performance to identify strategic opportunities.


• Develop long-range operational and strategic plans for various business units.


• Create detailed financial models and business cases to support investment decisions in new technologies, capacity expansions, and process improvements.


• Utilize advanced analytical techniques and simulation tools to forecast demand, assess risks, and evaluate strategic options.


• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to align operational strategies with corporate objectives.


• Perform feasibility studies for new ventures and strategic initiatives.


• Monitor the execution of strategic plans and provide regular performance reports and recommendations.


• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic initiatives and track progress against them.


• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices relevant to strategic planning.


• Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or a related quantitative field.


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial engineering, strategic planning, financial analysis, or operations consulting.


• Proven experience in developing strategic plans, financial modeling, and business case development.


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in statistical analysis and forecasting.


• Proficiency in simulation software and advanced Excel modeling techniques.


• Excellent understanding of industrial operations, supply chains, and market dynamics.


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to think strategically and translate complex data into actionable insights.


• Experience in mergers and acquisitions analysis is a plus.


• Must be legally eligible to work in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, executive-level benefits including private medical insurance, a generous retirement annuity, and significant performance-based bonuses.


• This role provides unparalleled exposure to executive decision-making and significant opportunities for career advancement.


• The Nelspruit office provides a stimulating work environment, and the hybrid arrangement offers excellent work-life balance.