Strategic Growth Director (Centurion)

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Health and wellness benefits

Performance bonus

Stock options

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Planning in Centurion, Gauteng. This leadership role will develop and execute comprehensive strategic plans to drive growth, leading cross-functional teams and translating insights into actionable strategies.

You will conduct market analyses, identify opportunities, and oversee strategic initiatives, mergers, and partnerships while managing a planning budget and communicating with the board.

Qualifications

• MBA or related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years in strategic planning or related analytical roles.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop the company's long-term strategic vision and annual operating plans.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis and industry trend assessments.
• Lead strategic planning with executives and department heads to define objectives.
• Translate plans into roadmaps with clear goals and KPIs.
• Monitor execution, identify roadblocks, and recommend actions.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the executive team and board.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Market analysis

Presentation skills

Education

MBA or related field

Tools

Financial analysis software

Market intelligence tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Planning in Centurion, Gauteng. This leadership role will develop and execute comprehensive strategic plans to drive growth, leading cross-functional teams and translating insights into actionable strategies.

You will conduct market analyses, identify opportunities, and oversee strategic initiatives, mergers, and partnerships while managing a planning budget and communicating with the board.