Senior Strategy and Operations Consultant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Ibrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid and retirement savings

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy and Operations Consultant in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead engagements, diagnose complex challenges, and design data‑driven strategies that bridge strategic vision with operational execution.

This hybrid role offers opportunities to influence multiple industries, build senior stakeholder relationships, and drive measurable performance improvements through hands‑on delivery and collaboration.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, focusing on strategy and operations.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, supply chain management, or performance improvement.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading project teams and managing client relationships.

Mansioni

• Lead client engagements focused on developing and executing strategic and operational improvement plans.
• Conduct in-depth business process analyses, identify inefficiencies, and recommend optimized solutions.
• Develop comprehensive business strategies, market entry plans, and performance improvement roadmaps.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and drive consensus.
• Analyze financial data and operational metrics to identify key performance drivers and areas for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with client leadership and act as a trusted advisor on strategy and operations.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.

Conoscenze

Strategic planning

Process optimization

Operations management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership of project teams

Stakeholder management

Client relationship skills

Formazione

Master's degree (MBA or related field)

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy, is actively recruiting a Senior Strategy and Operations Consultant to join their growing practice in Klerksdorp, North West. This role is critical for driving impactful business transformations by integrating strategic vision with operational execution. You will work closely with clients to diagnose complex challenges, develop data-driven strategies, and implement sustainable operational improvements that enhance performance and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic acumen and hands‑on operational expertise, coupled with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference for businesses in the North West region and contribute to significant organizational change within a dynamic consulting environment. You will be expected to lead client engagements, manage project teams, and build lasting relationships with senior stakeholders, driving value through both strategic insights and practical implementation. The role involves a hybrid work model, allowing for both collaborative office‑based work and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on developing and executing strategic and operational improvement plans.
• Conduct in-depth business process analyses, identify inefficiencies, and recommend optimized solutions.
• Develop comprehensive business strategies, market entry plans, and performance improvement roadmaps.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and drive consensus.
• Analyze financial data and operational metrics to identify key performance drivers and areas for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with client leadership and act as a trusted advisor on strategy and operations.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in management consulting, with a focus on strategy and operations.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, supply chain management, or performance improvement.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in leading project teams and managing client relationships.
• Experience working with industrial or manufacturing clients is advantageous.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule in Klerksdorp, North West.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture focused on client success.
• Exposure to diverse industries and challenging projects within the North West region.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work‑life balance.