Management Consultant - Performance Metrics and Analytics

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant in Upington, Northern Cape to define, measure and improve KPIs, enabling data-driven decision-making and performance enhancement.

You will design dashboards, collaborate with client teams, and embed a data culture while applying analytics, BI tools, and robust metrics across functions.

This role emphasizes strong analysis, stakeholder engagement, and delivering actionable insights to drive operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in performance management, business analytics, or data analysis consulting.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and analytical software (Excel, SQL).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop relevant KPIs and performance metrics for various business functions.
• Design and implement data collection and reporting systems.
• Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations to communicate performance insights.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with clients to set performance targets and benchmarks.
• Provide recommendations for improving operational and strategic performance based on data analysis.
• Facilitate workshops on performance measurement and data interpretation.
• Support clients in the adoption of data-driven decision-making processes.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency in reporting.
• Stay updated on best practices in performance management and analytics.

Skills

KPI development

Data analysis

Statistical skills

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business analytics or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Job description

About the Role Our client, a respected management consultancy, is seeking a talented Management Consultant to specialize in Performance Metrics and Analytics. This role is office-based in Upington, Northern Cape , offering an environment for direct collaboration with colleagues and clients. You will be responsible for helping clients define, measure, and improve their key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive strategic decision-making and operational effectiveness. This position demands strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of data analysis, performance management frameworks, and business intelligence tools. The ideal candidate will be adept at translating business needs into measurable metrics and developing dashboards and reporting mechanisms that provide actionable insights. You will work closely with clients' management teams and operational staff to embed a data-driven culture. This is a significant opportunity for an analytically minded consultant to enhance the performance of businesses in Upington, Northern Cape through robust metrics and insightful analytics, contributing directly to their strategic goals and operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and develop relevant KPIs and performance metrics for various business functions.
• Design and implement data collection and reporting systems.
• Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations to communicate performance insights.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with clients to set performance targets and benchmarks.
• Provide recommendations for improving operational and strategic performance based on data analysis.
• Facilitate workshops on performance measurement and data interpretation.
• Support clients in the adoption of data-driven decision-making processes.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency in reporting.
• Stay updated on best practices in performance management and analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in performance management, business analytics, or data analysis consulting.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and analytical software (e.g., Excel, SQL).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain data insights clearly.
• Experience managing projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in Upington, Northern Cape .
• Understanding of various business processes and their associated metrics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work on impactful analytics and performance improvement projects.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment in Upington, Northern Cape .
• Comprehensive professional development and training in analytics tools and methodologies.
• Clear career progression paths within the firm.
• Exposure to diverse industries and data challenges.
• Contribution to a firm recognized for its analytical capabilities.