Principal Consultant - Strategy & Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Career growth

Flexible work arrangements

Medical, dental, and retirement cover

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a seasoned Principal Consultant to lead strategy and operations engagements for clients around Rustenburg. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to guide organizations through complex challenges and to advise C-suite executives.

You will develop cutting-edge strategies, oversee delivery of high-impact initiatives, manage executive relationships, and mentor consulting teams, with remote-friendly arrangements and strong opportunities

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, with a focus on strategy and operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale transformation projects and advising senior leadership.
• Expertise in business process re-engineering, strategic planning frameworks, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic plans for clients, addressing key business objectives.
• Provide expert advisory services on operational efficiency, supply chain management, and organizational design.
• Manage client relationships at the executive level, building trust and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Oversee the work of consulting teams, ensuring the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the consulting practice in Rustenburg.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Principal Consultant to lead high-impact strategy and operations engagements for clients based in and around Rustenburg . This senior role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of business operations and a proven ability to guide organizations through complex challenges. You will be responsible for developing cutting-edge strategies, advising C-suite executives, and overseeing the successful execution of critical business initiatives. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional client outcomes, offering significant career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic plans for clients, addressing key business objectives.
• Provide expert advisory services on operational efficiency, supply chain management, and organizational design.
• Manage client relationships at the executive level, building trust and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Oversee the work of consulting teams, ensuring the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the consulting practice in Rustenburg .

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, with a focus on strategy and operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale transformation projects and advising senior leadership.
• Expertise in business process re-engineering , strategic planning frameworks, and performance management.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and client management capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package including profit sharing.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote options for strategic planning and client management.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Exposure to diverse projects and cutting-edge industry trends.