Market Entry Strategy Leader for Growth

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonuses

Private healthcare

Retirement savings plan

Global training & conferences

High-impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Strategy Consultant with a focus on market entry strategies. You will lead engagements that assess new markets, perform in-depth market analyses, and develop comprehensive go-to-market plans to drive client growth in domestic and international markets.

The role calls for a minimum of seven years in strategy consulting or market analysis, an MBA or equivalent, exceptional analytical skills, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years in strategy consulting, market analysis, or business development with a strong focus on market entry.
• Experience developing and implementing market entry strategies across diverse industries.
• MBA or related Master's degree from a top-tier institution.
• Strong analytical skills including forecasting and quantitative modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead client projects on market assessment, opportunity identification, and market entry strategy development.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and feasibility studies.
• Develop go-to-market plans including pricing strategies, channels, and marketing initiatives.
• Advise on entry modes (organic growth, joint ventures, acquisitions).
• Assess regulatory, economic, and cultural factors impacting market entry decisions.
• Manage client relationships at executive level and ensure alignment.
• Mentor junior consultants in market analysis and strategy formulation.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to client leadership.

Skills

Strategy consulting

Market analysis

Business development

Stakeholder management

Education

MBA or related degree

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Strategy Consultant with a focus on market entry strategies. You will lead engagements that assess new markets, perform in-depth market analyses, and develop comprehensive go-to-market plans to drive client growth in domestic and international markets.

The role calls for a minimum of seven years in strategy consulting or market analysis, an MBA or equivalent, exceptional analytical skills, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders.