Commercial Strategy & Insights Director

Job Overview:
The Commercial Strategy & Insights Director will be responsible for leading data-driven strategic initiatives to support commercial growth and optimization. This role involves developing data insights and recommendations that inform key business decisions, identifying growth opportunities, and optimizing current market strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and be skilled at translating complex data into actionable insights that shape the company's commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Data Analysis: Leverage advanced data analytics to identify trends, assess market conditions, and generate insights that guide strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Market Intelligence: Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of competitive landscapes, industry trends, and customer behaviors to influence commercial strategies.
• Data-Driven Insights: Translate complex data into clear, concise insights and actionable recommendations for senior leadership to drive revenue growth, improve market positioning, and maximize customer value.
• Commercial Strategy Development: Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Finance) to design and implement strategies that align with business objectives and drive revenue performance.
• Performance Measurement: Develop KPIs and benchmarks to track the effectiveness of commercial initiatives, provide regular reporting to senior leadership, and recommend adjustments based on insights.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of analysts and data specialists, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovative thinking and high performance.
• Data Infrastructure Collaboration: Work closely with the Data Engineering and IT teams to enhance data infrastructure, ensuring the organization has access to relevant, high-quality data to support decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Data Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in a data-driven role within commercial strategy, insights, or a similar function, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI) and experience working with large datasets.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team of analysts or data specialists.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to make data-driven decisions, think strategically, and solve complex business challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA or related) is a plus.
• Experience in e-commerce, retail, or a related field.
• Familiarity with machine learning models and predictive analytics is advantageous.