Overview
Our client is looking for someone to join the central team of our EMEA Sales Strategic Planning and Operations (SSPO) Team. The mission of the EMEA SSPO team is to maximize business performance by being the objective, trusted partner to the sales organization – through strategic planning, driving critical projects in partnership with cross functional teams and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be part of the central EMEA SSPO team. The central team covers reporting, planning and operational processes and works with the broader EMEA SSPO team and other cross functional teams to drive implementation of strategic decisions. The candidate is expected to combine strategic and operational planning, analysis and decision-making skills with highly analytical insights. Stakeholder management and communication skills are necessary. The candidate is expected to work well independently and in collaboration and be comfortable with working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Responsibilities
Support management in strategic, business and operational planning. Support key leadership meetings and offsites, facilitate leadership alignment on key issues and opportunitiesIdentify, scope and deliver critical projects and initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams across the organizationDrive efficient processes (e.g. KPIs, revenue reporting, annual planning process, quota setting, portfolio selection, revenue reporting, opex and headcount) as well as other sales processes to support the broader EMEA SSPO teamCollaborate closely with global teams and XFN SSPO to scale best practices and drive alignment with global processesConduct revenue analysis to identify trends and factors of growth. Monitor forecasts and benchmark performance while understanding the sources of deviation. Consolidate and present insights to EMEA leadershipLead EMEA wide projects and/or implement the program framework for global initiatives for local implementationAutonomously handle ad-hoc requests from the businessMinimum Qualifications
Proficiency with SQL and experience extracting data from large / complex databasesBachelor\''s degree in a business, marketing, analytical or related field (e.g. Business, Marketing, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics)5+ years of experience leading strategy and operations projects in a consulting environment, corporate strategy/operations team, quantitative field (e.g. investment banking, private equity) or similar tech companyDistinctive problem solving and analytical skills, ability to solve complex and varied business problems (commercial, operational, organizational)Experience leading and influencing stakeholders at all levels of an organization. Design, lead and execute analysis and effectively communicate insightsPreferred Qualifications
Experience in data visualizations and building scalable reporting toolsExperience in the digital media industry.Understanding of organizational dynamics, operating experience with large and complex organizationsDetails
Location:
London (Hybrid, 3 days per week office based)Length:
12 MonthsRate:
From £38.46+ per hour (From 80K p/a salary equivalent)Closing date:
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