Strategy Consultant - Market Entry

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,492,000 - 2,985,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible remote hours

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and insightful Strategy Consultant to join its advisory team, focusing on Market Entry strategies in a fully remote role. You will conduct market research, competitive analysis, and financial forecasting to guide clients in entering new markets.

This position requires strong analytics, proactive thinking, and the ability to present actionable recommendations to senior leadership in virtual settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategy consulting, market research, or business development, with a focus on market entry.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting strategic recommendations for market expansion.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modeling.
• Excellent research and synthesis abilities, with the capacity to work independently in a remote environment.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, tailored for virtual delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market assessments, including market sizing, segmentation, and trend analysis.
• Perform in-depth competitive landscape analysis to identify key players, their strategies, and potential threats.
• Develop detailed market entry strategies, outlining optimal entry modes, pricing, and distribution channels.
• Create robust financial models to forecast market potential, investment requirements, and expected returns.
• Advise clients on regulatory requirements, cultural nuances, and operational considerations for new markets.
• Prepare and present strategic recommendations and actionable plans to senior client leadership in a virtual setting.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Financial modeling

Research and synthesis

Remote work independence

Virtual delivery presentation

Education

Master's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and insightful Strategy Consultant to join their advisory team, with a focus on Market Entry strategies. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to high-impact projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for conducting thorough market research, competitive analysis, and financial forecasting to guide clients in identifying and successfully entering new markets. This role demands a proactive approach, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to build compelling strategies that drive growth and mitigate risks for businesses looking to expand their footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market assessments, including market sizing, segmentation, and trend analysis.


• Perform in-depth competitive landscape analysis to identify key players, their strategies, and potential threats.


• Develop detailed market entry strategies, outlining optimal entry modes, pricing, and distribution channels.


• Create robust financial models to forecast market potential, investment requirements, and expected returns.


• Advise clients on regulatory requirements, cultural nuances, and operational considerations for new markets.


• Prepare and present strategic recommendations and actionable plans to senior client leadership in a virtual setting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.


• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategy consulting, market research, or business development, with a focus on market entry.


• Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting strategic recommendations for market expansion.


• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modeling.


• Excellent research and synthesis abilities, with the capacity to work independently in a remote environment.


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, tailored for virtual delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentive plan.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work culture.


• Opportunities for career advancement and professional skill development.


• Contribution to diverse and impactful market expansion projects for global clients.