Description:

Role Overview:

The Strategy Manager / Strategic Planning Lead will work closely with the senior leadership team to define, drive, and implement the organisation's strategic roadmap. This role requires a blend of analytical skills, business acumen, cross-functional leadership, and an ability to convert strategy into actionable plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Execution:

- Develop, refine, and manage the organisation's long-term strategic plan and annual operating plans.

- Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and internal capability assessments to inform strategic direction.

- Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives with defined targets, timelines, and KPIs.

- Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with business goals.

Business Insights & Analysis:

- Identify emerging trends, business opportunities, and potential risks.

- Conduct financial modeling, feasibility studies, and impact analysis for new initiatives.

- Prepare strategy decks, executive briefing notes, and board-level presentations.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Partner with Product, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technology teams to drive strategic initiatives.

- Act as the liaison between leadership and functional teams to ensure operational alignment and seamless execution.

- Facilitate inter-departmental communication to track project outcomes and resolve bottlenecks.

Project Management & Governance:

- Drive end-to-end implementation of key strategic programs.

- Establish governance frameworks, dashboards, and performance monitoring mechanisms.

- Maintain project documentation, risk logs, and milestone trackers.

Change Management & Organisational Development:

- Support the leadership team in driving organisational transformation initiatives.

- Evaluate current processes and recommend improvements to optimise efficiency and effectiveness.

- Lead workshops, brainstorming sessions, and strategic reviews.

Key Skills Required:

- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

- Proficiency in market research, business analytics, and financial modeling.

- Ability to convert strategy into execution with clear milestones.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.

- High proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and data-driven decision-making.

- Experience in project management tools and frameworks (e.g., OKRs, Agile, PMO methodologies) preferred.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or related field.

- MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.

- 510 years of experience in Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, or Management Consulting.