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Strategic Business Development Manager

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Retail Business Services Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Business Development Manager to join our Retail Business Services team. As a key member of our commercial strategy team, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and development across our retail operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic oversight to our business development team, ensuring effective prioritization and sequencing of projects.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement major commercial initiatives, including customer-centric growth strategies, business process improvements, and competitive evaluations.
  • Support our annual strategic planning and integrated business planning process, identifying key opportunities and risks for the business.
  • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of our customers and market dynamics, informing business decisions and driving growth.
  • Work closely with our finance team to conduct financial assessments of various business strategies.
  • Act as a key ambassador for our commercial strategy, providing guidance and support to stakeholders across the organization.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree; Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent preferred.
  • Specializations in strategy, marketing, operations, or organizational development would be beneficial.
  • 3-5+ years of business experience, preferably in a retail or customer-facing environment.
  • Intimate knowledge of strategic planning frameworks and approaches.
  • Financial acumen and understanding of retail P&L.
  • Experience in a customer-facing business environment.
  • Big 3 consulting experience is a plus.
  • Strong visual storytelling skills using PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Managing resistance to change.
  • Influencing leadership at the strategic and executive level.
  • Conceptual thinking and problem-solving.
  • Process-oriented.
  • Highly effective communication skills, particularly in executive storylining and communications.
  • Team management and leadership.
  • Track record of successful delivery of large-scale, cross-functional projects.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across disciplines.