Senior Management Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Career development

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant in Benoni to drive strategy and operational improvements across Gauteng. You will lead engagements, diagnose complex challenges, and design actionable solutions for diverse clients.

You will mentor junior consultants and leverage data analytics to measure impact, while collaborating with client leadership to deliver measurable outcomes and sustained performance gains.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in management consulting with a strong focus on strategy and operations.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and deliver tangible results in areas such as supply chain management, process re-engineering, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with experience advising senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead client projects focused on strategic planning, business process optimization, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Conduct thorough analyses of client operations, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for strategic enhancement.
• Develop and present comprehensive strategies and actionable roadmaps for operational improvement and business growth.
• Collaborate closely with client leadership and project teams to ensure successful implementation of recommendations.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to measure the impact of interventions and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the firm's knowledge base on strategy and operations best practices.

Skills

Strategy

Operations

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Senior Management Consultant with expertise in both Strategy and Operations to join their growing team in Benoni. This role is pivotal in helping businesses across Gauteng achieve peak performance by aligning strategic objectives with efficient operational execution. You will be responsible for leading client engagements, diagnosing complex business challenges, and designing practical, implementable solutions that deliver measurable improvements. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape strategic direction and operational effectiveness for a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client projects focused on strategic planning, business process optimization, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Conduct thorough analyses of client operations, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for strategic enhancement.
• Develop and present comprehensive strategies and actionable roadmaps for operational improvement and business growth.
• Collaborate closely with client leadership and project teams to ensure successful implementation of recommendations.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to measure the impact of interventions and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the firm's knowledge base on strategy and operations best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting with a strong focus on strategy and operations.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and deliver tangible results in areas such as supply chain management, process re-engineering, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with experience advising senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to a broad range of industries and challenging strategic projects.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment focused on client success and personal growth.