Strategy & Operations Advisor

Act as a strategic collaborator and consultant to the M&A team, contributing to the development of an acquisition strategy that aligns with our corporate vision Collaborate closely with business unit leaders and stakeholders to identify key strategic inquiries, define the scope of analysis, allocate necessary resources, propose practical recommendations, and oversee the execution of strategic plans and best practices Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of critical projects aimed at supporting our strategic objectives. This includes framing the project, conducting data-driven analyses, engaging stakeholders, and crafting compelling narratives Assume a pivotal role in crafting and utilizing analytics tools to provide well-substantiated solutions, complete with specific recommendations. These insights enable the executive team to make informed decisions and maintain oversight of operational performance Contributes to the formulation and execution of business strategy, serving as an expert resource for growth and innovation processes. This involves building the latest autonomous strategy deck that encompasses Go-to-Market (G2M) strategies for all Business Units (BUs), highlighting their alignment with our corporate blueprint and overarching objectives as well as actively exploring partnerships with global industry players Cultivate trusted partnerships and exert influence in the divisional implementation and execution of our strategic plans Collaborate directly with business unit leaders and stakeholders, working closely with the CEO and the Senior Leadership Team to implement strategic initiatives and provide ongoing support for strategy and operations Assist in designing, implementing, and evaluating the operating model, including the governance framework and the establishment of operational rhythms. Take ownership of establishing and reviewing operational rhythms, particularly within leadership teams Take a lead role in developing and crafting performance management tools and methodologies, encompassing the establishment of KPIs, scorecards, and systems for tracking strategic and corporate initiatives. This effort spans across all business units, fostering consistent and comprehensive performance monitoring and improvement Establish, own and review operational cadences including leadership updates Manage, develop, motivate, train and coach junior team members Structured and Logical Thinking: The ideal candidate will have the ability to identify and define difficult business problems while demonstrating a “nose for value” to discern what is most important. Creative thinking: The ideal candidate will have a combination of integrative thinking (pulling insights and perspectives from disparate sources into synthesized ideas) and the ability to question the status quo and generally accepted beliefs. Problem Solving and Analytical Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, project management experience, and strategic acumen - in combination with a practical, action-based mindset. Analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, are also critical. Executive Presence: The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to interact with and influence senior leadership. This will include the delivery of board-level presentations as well as leading high-level strategic initiatives across multiple functions of the company. 10+ years of relevant experience, including Strategy roles, Consulting and Operations Knowledge about latest technology and digital trends, including cognitive enterprise Works effectively in complex and matrixed organizations Able to see the big picture while also being hands-on and in the details Always focused on doing what's right for business Willing to take on the tough projects and challenges to support growth of the business Ability to be highly productive with minimal oversight from senior management Take responsibility and accountability for actions and outcomes Possesses business acumen, strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills Strong people and stakeholder management skills to facilitate the development of solid working relationships Strong listening skills and an ability to speak in front of senior audiences as well as write clearly, concisely, and compellingly Demonstrated ability to solve problems and provide practical business insights from complex data sets Education bachelor's degree required; MBA or Graduate degree preferred SOCPA Certification (mandatory)