[Hiring] Business Strategy Manager @Hotelbeds Group

Role Description

The Commercial Strategy Manager leads the design and implementation of commercial prioritization frameworks for HBX Eco-system units as well as the discovery, planning, quantification, and execution of specific strategic opportunities.

The role works closely together with commercial and business unit leaders (e.g. Sales, Sourcing, Fintech, Mobility & Experiences, HotelTech-Roiback) and Sales & Sourcing Centers of Excellence to:

• Align & implement key strategic priorities
• Drive key strategic projects

The role oversees that all commercial roadmaps adhere to consistent (high-quality) standards across the company, with the right level of granularity and fulfilling all the necessary requirements based on advanced quality frameworks (e.g. valid go-to-market strategy, solid commercial enablement plan, etc).

The role also leads the design and execution of specific strategic projects leveraging TO Control and Project Excellence project management capabilities. The role is responsible for leading financial, risk, and opportunity quantification analysis - elevating key outcomes to the Functional Lead.

The role coordinates the performance and status reporting of all specific commercial strategy workstreams and strategic projects to be presented in the Transformation Office and other relevant leadership forums including the Executive Committee and Advisory Committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering or related
• Master’s degree or MBA highly preferable

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience managing commercial strategy and strategic projects at a global organization or in a Strategy Consulting firm
• Proven experience in commercial strategy frameworks and methodologies
• Experience managing and developing people in a multicultural and global organization

Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation (to drive strategic decisions)
• Strong presentation skills to synthesize complex topics into actionable insights (for senior stakeholders)
• Solid analytical, problem solving, creative thinking and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Entrepreneurial spirit to bring innovative ideas about commercial strategy innovation
• Project management and planning skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Strong financial acumen (strong understanding of financial principles and budgeting processes)
• Coaching skills and ability to delegate, train, lead and motivate team members

Benefits

• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to work within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment
• Opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world
• Opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe