Manager, Business Strategy

About the role

Responsible for supporting the Managing Director in his concurrent role as Business Strategy Head by providing strategic planning, business analysis, market sensing, project coordination and management reporting support for the Business Group. The incumbent helps translate business priorities into actionable plans, supports cross-functional initiatives and provides timely insights to improve decision-making, competitiveness and operational sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Managing Director in developing, tracking and reviewing Business Group strategic priorities
• Prepare business review materials, management updates, Board/EXCO inputs and strategy papers using accurate operational, financial and market information
• Maintain a consolidated view of strategic initiatives, key milestones, risks, dependencies and follow-up actions across the Business Group
• Conduct market research, competitor scans and customer trend analysis relevant to YRI's existing and potential business lines
• Provide concise insights on market opportunities, tender pipelines, customer demand, pricing trends and sector developments
• Coordinate cross-functional strategic projects involving Kitchen, Bakery, Services, Commercial Operations, Technical Services and Corporate Services
• Track project progress, prepare dashboards and highlight issues requiring Managing Director attention
• Support productivity, business transformation, digitalisation and cost-optimisation initiatives
• Assist in preparing business cases for new opportunities, partnerships, investments and operating model changes
• Support tender strategy by consolidating operational inputs, costing assumptions, market information and risk considerations

About you

• Degree or Diploma in Business, Economics, Finance, Operations Management, Marketing, Data Analytics or related discipline
• At least 2 to 4 years of experience in business analysis, strategy support, project coordination, market research, operations planning or commercial support
• Experience in manufacturing, food services, logistics, social enterprise or government-linked organisations is advantageous
• Business analysis, market research, report writing, presentation development and project tracking skills
• Able to interpret operational and financial data and translate findings into clear recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with good stakeholder coordination ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and basic dashboard/reporting tools
• Demonstrates accountability, analytical thinking, initiative, adaptability, teamwork and sound judgement.