Head Of Strategy Planning

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement In Strategic Planning Processes, Tools, And Frameworks To Enhance Efficiency, Effectiveness, And Alignment With The Company's Goals.
• Provide Leadership, Guidance, And Mentorship To The Strategic Planning Team, Fostering A Culture Of Innovation, Collaboration, And Excellence.
• Lead And Oversee The Development And Execution Of The Company's Strategic Initiatives, Ensuring Alignment With The Overall Business Objectives And Driving Sustainable Growth.
• Collaborate With Cross-functional Departments, Including Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Supply Chain, And Finance, To Gather Inputs And Insights For Strategic Planning Processes.
• Conduct Comprehensive Market Research, Analyze Data And Trends, And Identify Strategic Opportunities To Inform The Development Of Strategic Plans.
• Provide Strategic Guidance And Support To Executive Leadership In Decision-making Processes, Including Evaluating Potential Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, And Other Strategic Initiatives.
• Communicate And Cascade The Company's Strategic Initiatives And Objectives To Relevant Stakeholders, Ensuring Alignment And Understanding Throughout The Organization.
• Develop And Maintain Strong Relationships With External Partners, Including Industry Associations, Vendors, Customers, And Other Stakeholders, To Gain Market Intelligence And Insights.
• Monitor And Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Strategic Initiatives Through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), And Provide Regular Reports To Senior Management On Progress, Challenges, And Recommendations For Adjustments.
• Stay Updated On The Latest Industry Trends, Competitive Landscape, And Market Dynamics, And Incorporate Relevant Insights Into Strategic Planning Processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong business acumen, with a deep understanding of consumer goods industry trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Proven experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives, with a track record of driving sustainable growth and achieving business objectives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts and insights to diverse audiences, including senior management and external partners.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, or related roles, preferably in the consumer goods industry.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data, trends, and market dynamics to inform strategic decision-making.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, or a related field. MBA or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Strategic Planning Professional (CSPP) or Certified Strategy Professional (CSP) are a plus.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of professionals.
• Proficient in strategic planning tools, frameworks, and analytics.