Senior Consultant, Performance Improvement (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Life insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant to focus on Performance Improvement in the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga area. You will diagnose performance issues, design data-driven strategies, and drive improvements across client operations with a strong emphasis on measurable results.

The role involves leading workshops, collaborating with client teams, and ensuring successful implementation of initiatives. A quantitative background and experience in consulting are essential, with travel across South

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related quantitative field; Master’s preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience in performance improvement consulting or analytical roles.
• Proven ability to diagnose performance issues and implement improvement strategies.
• Strong knowledge of performance management frameworks, process analysis, and data analytics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills; ability to engage with stakeholders.
• Experience in project management is essential.
• Willingness to travel to client sites within Nelspruit and other South African locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed performance assessments of client operations and processes.
• Identify KPIs and develop frameworks for performance monitoring and management.
• Design and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize data analytics to diagnose performance gaps and inform recommendations.
• Lead client workshops and training sessions focused on performance enhancement.
• Collaborate with client teams to ensure successful implementation and adoption of performance improvement initiatives.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Stay abreast of best practices and innovative approaches in performance improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Performance improvement

Data analysis

Process optimization

Client management

Project management

KPI development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant to focus on Performance Improvement in the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga area. You will diagnose performance issues, design data-driven strategies, and drive improvements across client operations with a strong emphasis on measurable results.

The role involves leading workshops, collaborating with client teams, and ensuring successful implementation of initiatives. A quantitative background and experience in consulting are essential, with travel across South