Brief Description
We are seeking a Manager of Corporate Strategy to drive FreshDirect’s long-term growth and competitive positioning. This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing our corporate strategy, with a focus on strategic planning, market and competitive intelligence, and strategic initiative execution. A successful candidate is someone with an entrepreneurial and operator mindset, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across various departments.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Planning
- Support the development of the annual strategic planning process, including facilitating cross-functional workshops, incorporating research, and synthesizing findings into clear, actionable plans
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic objectives and key performance indicators
- Conduct scenario planning and risk assessments to inform strategic decisions
Market and Competitive Intelligence
- Lead comprehensive market research and analysis to identify macro trends, industry trends, opportunities, and threats
- Monitor and assess competitor activities, strategies, and performance
- Develop and maintain a robust competitive intelligence database
- Synthesize complex data into actionable insights for executive decision-making
Strategic Initiative Execution
- Translate strategic plans into concrete initiatives and projects
- Develop and manage project plans, key milestones and resource allocation
- Execute strategic roadmaps with defined milestones and KPIs to guide implementation efforts
- Continuously monitor and evaluate the organization's progress against strategic objectives, identifying and mitigating risks, and recommending adjustments as needed to ensure successful delivery of strategic initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field. MBA is preferred, but not required
- 4-5 years of work experience in strategy, consulting, banking, and/or related field. Bonus for retail, grocery, ecommerce, or CPG industry experience
- Proven track record of successful project management with a meaningful and/or transformative impact on the business
- Proficiency in strategic frameworks, financial models, and business cases
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights
- Strong leadership and sense of ownership, team collaboration skills
- Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity
We’re committed to diversity and inclusion, and we believe innovation and progress happens with diverse voices at the table. Research shows that women and POC are less likely to apply to jobs where they don’t check every single box. If this opportunity excites you, and you have what it takes but don’t necessarily meet every single qualification, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
Why choose FreshDirect?
We're a company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers, team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the field.
Great people deserve great perks. We offer comprehensive benefits, plus many workplace extras, including:
- 15 PTO days
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 20% off at freshdirect.com and significant markdowns at our employee market
- 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle between our Bronx headquarters and the subway
- Regular events and barbecues for employees
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Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.
As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect for the job.