The Senior Manager of Strategy & Special Projects is responsible for identifying growth opportunities, assessing business risks, and leading high-impact strategic initiatives from concept to execution suitable for retail & wholesale business landscape.

This role acts as an internal strategy leader and execution driver, combining deep market research, structured problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership to deliver measurable business outcomes. The role works closely with senior management to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and ensure successful implementation across teams.

Strategic Planning & Business Insights

Conduct in-depth market research (customers, competitors, industry trends)
Identify:

Growth opportunities (new markets, categories, channels)
Business risks (competitive threats, margin pressure, operational gaps)

Develop data-driven recommendations for leadership decision-making
Prepare high-quality materials for senior leadership (presentations, business cases)

Special Projects Leadership (End-to-End Execution)

Lead high-priority, CEO/management-sponsored initiatives such as:

New business launches (e.g., new store formats, e-commerce expansion)
Cost optimization programs
Customer experience transformation
Define scope, timeline, KPIs, and success metrics. Monitor the against targets, making adjustments as needed.
Drive execution across functions (merchandising, operations, marketing, tech)

Cross-Functional Program Management

Act as the central driver ensuring alignment across teams
Break down strategic initiatives into clear, trackable workstreams
Set priorities and guide internal teams on execution focus
Proactively resolve bottlenecks and escalate risks

Requirements

8-12+ years of experience in: Strategy consulting / corporate strategy / business transformation
Background in top-tier consulting or strategy roles strongly preferred
Experience with digital transformation or e-commerce expansion
Exposure to data-driven decision-making environments
Comfortable moving between:

Boardroom discussions
Day-to-day execution with operational teams

Strategy & Problem Solving

Strong structured thinking (e.g., issue trees, hypothesis-driven approach)
Ability to translate ambiguity into clear action plans

Market Research & Analytical Skills

Advanced skills in:

Market sizing
Competitive benchmarking
Customer segmentation

Strong data analysis (Excel, SQL, or BI tools)
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights

Retail Business Acumen (Critical)

Deep understanding of:

Retail P&L (revenue, margin, inventory, cost structure)
Omnichannel business models (store + e-commerce)
Key retail drivers (footfall, conversion, basket size)

Experience in retail, FMCG, or e-commerce strongly preferred

Execution & Project Management

Proven ability to drive execution, not just recommend strategy
Strong project management skills:

Planning, tracking, risk management
Stakeholder coordination

Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously

Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Senior Manager - Strategy & Special Projects (Business Intelligence Center)