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Sr. Manager, Strategy & Transformation

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Dyson

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, 5-8 years in strategy roles, strong data analysis skills, experience with BI tools, and excellent communication and project management abilities.
  • You will lead market research, synthesize performance data, develop financial models, guide strategic initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, prepare executive materials, and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
  • 5-8 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles, with a proven track record of leading complex strategic initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and market research tools (Excel, SQL, Bloomberg, Nielsen, etc.).
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a proven ability to present complex insights to senior stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating across teams and influencing executive leadership.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with business intelligence tools (Tableau, PowerBI) and familiarity with large-scale data management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead comprehensive market research and in-depth analysis of industry trends, competitors, and emerging opportunities, driving strategic planning for the Americas region.
  • Oversee the synthesis of business performance data, KPIs, and competitive analysis, providing senior leadership with actionable insights to enhance business performance.
  • Develop and maintain advanced dashboards and reports, translating complex data into clear insights and strategic recommendations for executives and board-level presentations.
  • Lead financial analysis to guide strategic investment decisions and evaluate business scenarios, ensuring the alignment of initiatives with financial goals.
  • Create and refine advanced financial models to assess risk, forecast performance, and evaluate the long-term impact of strategic initiatives.
  • Provide guidance on cost-benefit analysis and resource allocation to ensure sound financial strategies.
  • Partner with finance, marketing, operations, and other cross-functional teams to align strategy with operational execution and ensure seamless implementation of strategic projects.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor, collaborating with senior leaders to align corporate goals with functional priorities, and supporting decision-making with deep market and financial insights.
  • Lead the preparation of strategic materials for executive meetings, board presentations, and other high-stakes discussions.
  • Take ownership of key strategic initiatives, leading the end-to-end execution and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Manage project timelines, risks, and resources, ensuring the timely delivery of strategic projects with a focus on driving value realization.
  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the progress of initiatives, risks, and key outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  • Provide thought leadership, developing best practices in strategic planning, analysis, and project execution within the Strategy & Transformation function.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Senior Manager, Strategy & Transformation?

The main responsibility is to drive the execution of the organization's most critical strategic initiatives, develop comprehensive business strategies, provide strategic insights through advanced data analysis, and collaborate closely with senior leadership.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field, along with 5-8 years of experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy, and advanced proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling are required.

What types of tools and software should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have advanced proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling tools such as Excel, SQL, Bloomberg, Nielsen, and experience with business intelligence tools like Tableau and PowerBI.

Will I be managing a team in this role?

Yes, you will be expected to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

What kind of financial analysis responsibilities are associated with this job?

You will lead financial analysis to guide strategic investment decisions, create and refine advanced financial models, and provide guidance on cost-benefit analysis and resource allocation.

How does the company support employee development?

Dyson fosters a collaborative environment where employees can learn from each other, and the Senior Manager will also be involved in mentoring junior team members, contributing to their development.

What is the workplace culture like at Dyson?

Dyson promotes a dynamic and collaborative campus culture where employees can engage, develop, and learn from one another, contributing to a fantastic social environment.

Are there opportunities for cross-functional collaboration in this role?

Yes, you will partner with various teams such as finance, marketing, and operations to align strategy with operational execution and ensure seamless implementation of strategic projects.

What types of benefits does Dyson offer?

Dyson offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial benefits like 401K matching, lifestyle benefits such as generous paid time off, and health benefits including multi-level healthcare coverage options.

Is business travel expected for this position?

The job description does not specify travel, but roles that involve collaboration across different regions may require occasional travel. Candidates should be prepared for that possibility.

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Dyson

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Dyson we are focused on solving the problems that others have ignored; solving them first using our technology and ingenuity. In order to achieve this we need to pioneer technologies that are different and authentic. This is the core of what we do and who we are. We must strive to create the future, every single day by developing new things, different things, things that go against the grain with a diverse and global team of ingenious minds. Dyson employs over 14,000 people and is present in more than 80 countries. And while we are growing fast we want Dyson to remain a start-up in spirit with the freedom of experimentation and learning, constantly reinventing our products as well as reinventing how we work, how we sell and how we support our owners. At the same time we are working through the James Dyson Foundation, James Dyson Award and Dyson Institute to inspire future engineers and pioneering a new approach to engineering education. Underlining everything we do in this diverse environment is the need to always show respect, supporting each other as one team to overcome whatever challenges we encounter. We drive empowerment, development and equality in an inclusive environment for our people around the world. The future doesn’t just happen, we look to make it happen, to achieve leaps through pioneering new ideas.