Remote Senior Management Consultant - Retail & Consumer Goods

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Flexible work arrangements

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant for a fully remote role focused on Retail and Consumer Goods. You will lead engagements, develop actionable strategies, and guide client implementations across the nation.

The ideal candidate has an MBA and 7+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, with deep RCG knowledge, strong analytics, and proven leadership in remote environments. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent from a reputable institution.
• 7+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, with RCG focus.
• Proven leadership in strategy/ transformation projects in RCG.
• Deep understanding of retail ops, ecommerce trends, and supply chains.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects for retail and consumer goods clients, focusing on strategy and operations.
• Develop strategies to address market disruptions and evolving consumer behavior.
• Optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and drive digital commerce.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking and performance diagnostics.
• Manage project teams and present findings to senior leadership.
• Mentor junior consultants and grow the RCG practice capabilities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Education

MBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy with a strong reputation for driving growth in the Retail and Consumer Goods (RCG) sector, is actively seeking a Senior Management Consultant for a fully remote position. This role is designed for a strategic leader passionate about transforming RCG businesses through innovative solutions in areas like supply chain optimization, digital marketing, customer experience, and e-commerce strategy. You will lead engagements that tackle complex industry challenges, develop actionable strategies, and guide clients through successful implementation. The ideal candidate brings extensive RCG industry knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and proven leadership in a consulting or corporate strategy environment. This remote opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere, contributing to impactful client transformations across the nation. Our client is dedicated to empowering RCG businesses to thrive in an evolving marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects for retail and consumer goods clients, focusing on strategy and operations.
• Develop innovative strategies to address market disruptions, evolving consumer behavior, and competitive pressures.
• Optimize supply chains, enhance customer engagement, and drive digital commerce initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and performance diagnostics.
• Manage project teams effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality insights and recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with client executives.
• Present findings and strategic roadmaps to senior leadership through virtual platforms.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of RCG practice capabilities.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent graduate degree from a reputable institution.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in management consulting or corporate strategy, with a specialization in Retail and Consumer Goods.
• Demonstrated success in leading strategy or transformation projects within the RCG sector.
• Deep understanding of retail operations, consumer behavior, e-commerce trends, and supply chain dynamics.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data analytics and digital marketing technologies is highly valued.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, attractive bonus structures, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and flexible work arrangements.
• Continuous professional development is emphasized through extensive training, mentorship programs, and opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• This fully remote role provides unparalleled work-life integration.