Strategy Analyst - Manpower Middle East

Our client, a multinational luxury company, is looking for result-driven Strategy Analyst. You will be reporting directly to the Manager Strategic Planning

JOB PURPOSE

The Strategy Analyst will provide business & analytical support to the regional team of Asia South (AS). This role will report to the Manager, Strategic planning for Asia south and also work closely with the regional Vice President on a regular basis as well as interacting with corporate stakeholders and with the key markets within Asia South such as India, South East Asia, Thailand, Australia and all of Middle East

MAIN DUTIES

MARKET ANALYSIS:

• Works with SAP based internal sales reporting system to generate sales reports as and when required

• Analyzes and synthesizes available information to identify issues/trends and to assist internal stakeholders in decision-making.

• Reports strategic quarterly metrics and other timely reporting functions for the regional

• Works across functional groups to address senior management information needs, develop reports, identify and interpret trends, and provide analysis and interpretation to support & facilitate decision making

• Monitors and communicates macro-economic and specific industry trends

BUDGETING AND PLANNING:

• Independently develops recommendations based on analysis for planning data and presents and defends recommended planning strategies to regional leadership

• Assists in sales budgeting and business forecasts

• Coordinates and executes regional strategic projects across the AS markets

STRATEGIC PROJECTS:

• Coordinates tracking and reporting of strategic projects for the Asia South region

MARKET RESEARCH

• Assists with qualitative and quantitative research coordination and analysis across the region.

• Responsible for secondary research to facilitate new business opportunities

OTHER

• Attends meetings and conference calls as directed

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

KEY RESULTS AREAS (KRA)

• Support in sales forecasting, planning and target setting for Asia South

• Study trends within Asia South markets to identify potential issues

• Interface to HQ to deliver regional knowledge/information as and when requested

• Build & Execute Market Intelligence process across the region - with available internal data and conducting secondary research as well

MAJOR CHALLENGES

• Ensure proper coordination & reporting of regional/global projects - need to ensure proper process and systems are in place to execute these

• Understanding the nuances across various AS markets (cultural, distribution landscape, segments and consumers) and derive credible insights from the operation - this would require deep-diving in to all markets and being part of strategic discussions for the markets

• Usage of SAP bases internal sales reporting system to analyse data and prepare sales reports

DIMENSIONS

• Asia-South turnover target (2014) - approx 45 mn euros

• 5 diverse markets within Asia South

• Interaction with Regional team, HQ, Market teams (MDs + sales + marketing + customer service)

• External research agencies

Job Details

Date Posted:	2015-03-31
Job Location:	Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Role:	Research
Company Industry:	Retail/Wholesale

Preferred Candidate

Career Level:

Mid Career

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Strategy Analyst - Manpower Middle East