Strategic Planning Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leadership exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Strategic Planning Manager to lead long-term strategy development and execution. You will partner with senior leadership to define objectives, assess market trends, and translate insights into actionable roadmaps for sustainable growth.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field and 7+ years in strategic planning or business analysis, with strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy or business analysis.
• Strong analytical, research, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the company's long-term strategic vision and objectives.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend forecasting.
• Create detailed strategic plans, roadmaps, and business cases for new initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure strategic alignment across all business functions.
• Monitor progress against strategic goals and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a forward-thinking Strategic Planning Manager to lead the development and execution of long-term strategies for their organization based in Bloemfontein . This role is essential for guiding the company's future direction, identifying market trends, and ensuring sustainable growth. You will work closely with senior leadership to define strategic objectives, conduct market analysis, and develop actionable plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of business strategy, and the ability to translate complex ideas into practical execution roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the company's long-term strategic vision and objectives.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend forecasting.
• Create detailed strategic plans, roadmaps, and business cases for new initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure strategic alignment across all business functions.
• Monitor progress against strategic goals and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with executive leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning , corporate strategy, or business analysis.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful long-term business strategies.
Strong analytical, research, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience within the Free State region is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Key role in shaping the future direction of the company in Bloemfontein .
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Engage directly with senior executives on critical business decisions.
• Supportive work environment focused on innovation and long-term success.