Job Purpose
The Corporate Strategy Management Manager will lead the development, implementation, and governance of the company’s corporate strategy. The position involves providing strategic direction through market research, competitive intelligence, industry analysis, and business insights to support effective management decisions and sustainable business growth.
The role will work closely with senior leadership and business units to establish strategic priorities, translate corporate objectives into actionable business plans, monitor performance, and identify opportunities for business expansion and organizational improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Corporate Strategy Development
Lead the development, implementation, and periodic review of the company’s corporate strategy.
Establish long-term strategic objectives, business priorities, initiatives, and performance targets.
Ensure corporate strategies are aligned with organizational capabilities, business requirements, and changing market conditions.
Identify opportunities to strengthen the company’s competitive position and achieve sustainable growth.
2. Strategic Planning and Execution
Manage annual and long-term corporate strategic planning activities.
Convert corporate goals and strategic priorities into practical business plans, milestones, and measurable performance indicators.
Monitor the implementation of strategic initiatives and ensure timely delivery of planned objectives.
Identify execution challenges, business risks, performance gaps, and dependencies, and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare regular progress reports and strategic performance updates for senior management.
3. Market Intelligence and Competitive Analysis
Lead market research and intelligence activities covering industries, competitors, technologies, and emerging business opportunities.
Analyze market developments, industry trends, competitive positioning, and external business factors.
Translate market intelligence into actionable strategic recommendations.
Conduct scenario planning and evaluate potential business disruptions, market changes, and growth opportunities.
4. Strategic Studies and Business Decision Support
Lead strategic assessments related to business expansion, market entry, diversification, partnerships, and investment opportunities.
Evaluate business opportunities based on strategic alignment, commercial feasibility, growth potential, and associated risks.
Develop executive presentations, management reports, and strategic recommendations.
Provide reliable business insights to support leadership decisions and long-term corporate development.
5. Organizational Alignment and Strategy Governance
Ensure business unit strategies, operational plans, and departmental objectives support overall corporate priorities.
Establish and maintain corporate strategy management frameworks, methodologies, and governance procedures.
Coordinate strategic planning meetings, leadership discussions, and business alignment sessions.
Strengthen accountability and ensure effective monitoring of strategic initiatives across the organization.
6. Stakeholder and Team Management
Build effective working relationships with senior management, business leaders, and internal stakeholders.
Lead corporate strategy, market intelligence, and strategic research activities.
Manage team resources, priorities, deliverables, and performance.
Identify employee development needs and build strong management capabilities within the team.
Promote accountability, collaboration, and a performance-driven working environment.
7. Business Process Improvement and Digitalization
Improve strategic planning, performance monitoring, market intelligence, and reporting processes.
Introduce digital tools, analytics platforms, research technologies, and AI solutions to improve strategic decision-making.
Identify opportunities to automate business processes and improve operational efficiency.
Promote the effective use of technology and continuous improvement across the organization.
Management Responsibilities and Role Accountability
1. Leadership and Human Resources Management
Recruit, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees.
Identify future leaders and develop succession plans to strengthen management capabilities.
Recognize performance gaps and provide appropriate coaching, guidance, and improvement plans.
Ensure fair and consistent employee treatment based on performance and company policies.
Maintain an effective delegation of authority framework in accordance with organizational requirements.
2. Operational Responsibility and Decision-Making
Take full responsibility for assigned operations, strategic deliverables, and departmental performance.
Anticipate potential business challenges and implement preventive measures.
Make timely and effective decisions to support business objectives.
Ensure all activities comply with company policies, procedures, and management guidelines.
3. Business Performance and Delivery
Deliver assigned objectives within agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets.
Translate corporate objectives into measurable business and departmental plans.
Monitor annual plans, development plans, and strategic initiatives.
Evaluate performance results and implement corrective actions when required.
Control departmental budgets and expenses to achieve cost efficiency and optimal resource utilization.
Prepare periodic performance reports and communicate progress to senior management.
4. Organizational Development
Develop and maintain organizational structures based on current business requirements and future growth plans.
Ensure clear job descriptions, responsibilities, and reporting structures are established.
Support workforce planning and effective deployment of employees.
Strengthen organizational capabilities to support long-term business objectives.
5. Business Process Improvement
Develop and improve business policies, procedures, systems, and operational processes.
Identify opportunities for automation and digital transformation.
Utilize relevant IT systems and business technologies to improve productivity and efficiency.
Encourage the adoption of automated solutions and continuous improvement practices.
6. Quality and Continuous Improvement
Maintain high-quality standards across all assigned business activities.
Promote quality as a key competitive advantage.
Ensure strategic and operational activities meet company requirements and performance expectations.
7. Adaptability and Innovation
Adapt to emerging technologies, alternative business models, and changing management practices.
Encourage innovation and the adoption of improved working methods.
Support organizational transformation and continuous business development.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
Academic Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a relevant discipline.
Additional qualifications in Corporate Strategy, Strategic Management, Business Planning, or related fields may be advantageous.
Work Experience
10–15 years of relevant professional experience.
Strong experience in corporate strategy development and strategic planning.
Experience in market intelligence, competitive analysis, and business performance management.
Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and work with senior management.
Experience managing teams, budgets, and cross-functional business activities.