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Strategy Manager

Coventry
Posted 28 days ago
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About Us

We're proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We're a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

We’re currently searching for a Strategy Manager to join us on a permanent basis working alongside one of our specialist brands, JPS.

About the Role

The Strategy Manager is responsible for shaping, developing and delivering strategic initiatives that drive long-term business performance for JPS, working closely and alongside the Commercial Director. This role supports senior leadership in defining strategic priorities, translating them into actionable plans, and ensuring effective execution through robust analysis, insight, reporting, performance measurement and stakeholder engagement.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and refinement of the organisation’s strategic plans
  • Conduct market, competitor and internal performance analysis to inform strategic direction
  • Translate strategy into clear, prioritised initiatives and implementation roadmaps
  • Support in aligning operational plans with strategic objectives
  • Track and report on strategic initiative progress, outcomes and value delivery
  • Identify risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to senior stakeholders
  • Drive continuous improvement in strategic planning processes and frameworks

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capability
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insight
  • Commercial acumen with a clear understanding of financial drivers and market dynamics
  • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across multiple levels
  • Strong project management and delivery capability
  • High level of written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex information clearly
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

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Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree qualified (or equivalent experience), ideally in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field
  • Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. MBA, CIMA, ACA) desirable
  • Proven experience in strategy, consulting, corporate development or a similar role
  • Experience working with senior leadership teams
  • Demonstrated track record of delivering strategic projects and business transformation initiatives

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive Base salary
  • Hybrid Working – 4 days at our Binley, Coventry office and 1 day WFH.
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Life assurance
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child
  • A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more.
  • Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support.
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Why Choose Us?

  • Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.
  • Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. We listen and learn – we know we haven’t always got all the answers – listening and learning with you is what helps provide the best service to our customers.
  • Professional Development - We are invested in your success! You have a real chance to progress - the only limits are your own. Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.
  • Great Benefits - Enjoy a compelling package that includes a competitive salary, bonuses, pension schemes, and life assurance, among many other perks!
  • Work-Life Balance - We value your well-being and offer flexible working hours and a hybrid working model to help you find your ideal rhythm.

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If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.

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Skills

Strategic Thinking
Problem Solving
Analytical Skills
Data Interpretation
Commercial Acumen
Stakeholder Management
Influencing Skills
Project Management
Communication Skills

Location

Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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