Management Consultant - Retail & Consumer Goods

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonuses

Training & development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant for the Retail & Consumer Goods sector based in Benoni, Gauteng. You will analyze client operations, develop strategic recommendations, and guide implementation of transformative initiatives for leading brands.

The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to translate insights into actionable business strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of consulting experience or relevant industry experience in retail or consumer goods.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in market analysis and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and presentation software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of the Gauteng retail market is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client performance in areas such as sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain within the retail and CPG sectors.
• Develop strategic plans to address market trends, competitive challenges, and customer behavior shifts.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and revenue enhancement.
• Design and implement solutions related to category management, e-commerce, customer loyalty, and supply chain optimization.
• Manage project deliverables, ensuring timely and high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional client teams and internal experts to achieve project objectives.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to client stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Client management

Communication

Data analysis tools

Presentation software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin/Marketing/Economics

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

Data analysis tools

Presentation software

Job description

About the Role

Join a leading management consultancy as a Management Consultant dedicated to the Retail & Consumer Goods sector, based in our Benoni, Gauteng office. Our client partners with businesses across the retail and consumer goods industries to help them navigate evolving market dynamics, optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and drive profitable growth. In this role, you will conduct in-depth analyses of client operations, develop strategic recommendations, and guide the implementation of transformative initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for the retail landscape, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate insights into actionable business strategies. This is an excellent opportunity to work with prominent brands and influence their success.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client performance in areas such as sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain within the retail and CPG sectors.
• Develop strategic plans to address market trends, competitive challenges, and customer behavior shifts.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and revenue enhancement.
• Design and implement solutions related to category management, e-commerce, customer loyalty, and supply chain optimization.
• Manage project deliverables, ensuring timely and high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional client teams and internal experts to achieve project objectives.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to client stakeholders.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of consulting experience or relevant industry experience in retail or consumer goods.
• Demonstrated understanding of key industry trends, business models, and challenges in retail and CPG.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in market analysis and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and presentation software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of the Gauteng retail market is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, provident fund, and performance-based bonuses.
• You will have access to extensive training, professional development programs, and opportunities for career advancement.
• This role provides exposure to diverse clients and complex challenges within the dynamic retail and consumer goods sectors.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment in Benoni , contributing to significant business transformations and achieving impactful results.