The Manager – Corporate Strategy will support the development and execution of strategies that align with DTC’s mission and goals. This includes conducting market research, analyzing industry trends, and offering insights on competitors. The role involves working with stakeholders to implement key initiatives, track performance, manage strategic risks, and recommend improvements to ensure long-term growth, efficiency, and resilience.
About the job
About the Role -The Manager – Corporate Strategy will support the development and execution of strategies that align with DTC’s mission and goals. This includes conducting market research, analyzing industry trends, and offering insights on competitors. The role involves working with stakeholders to implement key initiatives, track performance, manage strategic risks, and recommend improvements to ensure long-term growth, efficiency, and resilience.
Responsibilities -
- Assist in formulating and executing the company’s corporate strategy to align with its mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
- Support the development and implementation of strategy plans, policies, procedures, and performance monitoring across the company.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, strategic opportunities, and competitive insights relevant to the company’s growth.
- Contribute to the identification and definition of strategic objectives that support the company’s long-term goals.
- Provide analysis of internal capabilities, market trends, and competitor performance to inform corporate strategy development.
- Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to identify and prioritize strategic initiatives and resources.
- Support the development of short-, medium-, and long-term strategic plans based on internal and external forecasts.
- Monitor and evaluate the execution of strategic projects to ensure alignment with overall corporate strategy and objectives.
- Assist in communicating the company’s strategic direction to employees and stakeholders, promoting alignment with the broader business goals.
- Establish performance indicators and action plans to monitor the progress of strategic initiatives.
- Assist in the development and implementation of sustainable transportation solutions and environmental impact reduction strategies.
- Monitor departmental and cross-functional performance, ensuring that services are delivered as per established schedules and guidelines.
Qualifications -
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role within a similar industry.
- Experience in conducting market analysis, competitive intelligence, and scenario planning.
- Experience in the United Arab Emirates or the Gulf countries is a plus.
Required Skills -
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Economic, or any related field.
- Professional certification(s) such as Certified Strategic Management Professional (CSMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), or equivalent is mandatory.
Preferred Skills -
- MBA or Postgraduate Degree in related field is a plus.