Job Description

We are looking for a Head of Portfolio Strategy and Business Planning to join our Global Product Marketing department. The ideal candidate will be responsible in consolidating product strategy from diverse markets, acting as a key liaison between local teams and global product management. Your strategic vision and practical expertise will drive the optimization of our product portfolio, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with global development processes.

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

Main Overview of Tasks

• Consolidate product requirements and market insights from the Global South region (LAMEA and ISEAA), ensuring a comprehensive understanding of regional needs.
• Act as the primary interface, facilitating effective communication and collaboration between local markets, regional product teams, and the global Product Management backbone.
• Develop and implement robust requirements bundling and transparent prioritization frameworks to guide product development.
• Ensure the integration of regional insights into global product strategies, balancing local market demands with global roadmap cycles.
• Create and maintain strategic roadmaps, providing a clear vision for the regional product portfolio's evolution.
• Manage cross-regional requirements, navigating the unique needs of diverse markets while maintaining alignment with global product development.
• Provide vocational application expertise, offering practical insights to inform product development and enhance market relevance.
• Coordinate cross-functionally, fostering collaboration between teams to ensure a cohesive and efficient product development process.
• Generate and present market intelligence to decision-making forums, influencing strategic directions with data-driven insights.
• Continuously optimize and enhance the regional product portfolio, ensuring it remains competitive and aligned with market trends.

THAT'S WHY YOU ARE A MATCH:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong preference for advanced degrees.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic planning, product management, or a similar role, with a focus on portfolio planning.

Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving successful strategic initiatives in international environments.
• Deep understanding of market dynamics and consumer trends in the Global South region.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrated through the ability to interpret complex data and market insights.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools and data visualization techniques, enabling effective communication of insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence senior leadership and decision-makers.
• Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Willingness and ability to travel for business purposes, ensuring effective collaboration with regional and global teams.

Language

• Fluent in English (Written & Spoken)
• Portuguese, Spanish, or German are added advantage.

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