Vice President, Strategy and Insights, Americas

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our .Job DescriptionJoin our team to be part of an international growth company with an advantaged and highly sustainable business model! You’ll be working for a company that is changing the way goods get to market while optimizing 300,000+ supply chains instead of just one. You’ll join an efficient and collaborative team who makes an impact. You’ll be working for the good of humanity.Position Purpose:The Vice President, Strategy and Insights for CHEP Americas will lead the development of CHEP Americas strategy, in support of the greater Brambles strategy. Through internal and external intelligence on macro, market, and competitive events and trends, this role will distil key insights and metrics and articulate relevant opportunities or threats for our company, which will shape the creation and execution of our strategy. This thought leader will oversee strategic planning processes, stress-testing of financial projections / forecasts and preparation of material for key meetings with CEO, Board of Directors and other senior leadership. This leader will also work closely with global and regional teams on transformational projects, including digital and customer experience and supporting M&A or divestiture as needed.About the job:Shape strategy around Company investment, both organically and inorganically, in the assets and capabilities needed to stay ahead of the competition and maintain a leadership position. Collaborate with senior leadership to define their strategic plans and ensure effective execution across countries/regions (USA, Canada, Latin America) and the Pallecon businessRun strategy projects to assess new opportunities or identify solutions to potential threats (i.e., identify traditional and non-traditional emerging players; articulate and size opportunities/solutions; identify implications and potential competitive responses). Prepare execution objectives, plans and metrics; prepare presentation material, socialize it with key stakeholders, and present to senior leadershipDesign, own and manage the Brambles Strategy Reviews (BSRs), Brambles Board preparation materials, Investor Day presentations / messaging and related Executive Leadership Team (ELT) sessionsProvide pre and post merger and/or divestiture support as neededContinuously seek process improvement in the area of strategy planning and execution as well as insights generationCollaborate with finance leadership on 4YP process and with transformation leadership on ensuring bottom-up initiatives meet top down goalsProvide direct leadership for teams whose responsibilities include:Deriving market (economic, supply chain and volume indicators) and competitive insights to inform business performance and strategyPerforming analysis by leveraging resources and insights gathered from a broad range of functional experts and data sourcesCreating the annual strategy refresh and operating review materials for internal, Group level and Board of Directors consumptionProviding insights on the competitive landscape and potential threats and gaps to the planFacilitating workshops to evaluate options and potential impact and align on how to proceed to support functional and go to market strategies / action plansQualificationsBachelors in economics/ management/ finance; strategy consulting experience a plus; led corporate strategy teams; MBA is a plusExperience10+ years of relevant experience, preferably within strategy or management consulting or similar roles within leading multinational organisations5+ years experience effectively leading teams / people and providing inspirational leadershipProven track record in formulating and driving successful organizational strategyExperience utilizing various data sources to gain critical insights, conduct analysis and provide educated recommendations around strategic directionProven ability to lead and deliver on a broad range of strategic projectsExperience partnering across functions, regions, cultures and leadership levels, practicing effective stakeholder management. Experience working in matrixed organizations preferred.Experience across different sectors, beyond logistics and asset pooling- Retail and industrials would be preferable but not essentialWhat will ensure your success:We value innovation, collaboration, and curiosity, and we are looking for someone who shares these values and can lead the strategy process across the region.Excellent communication skills - oral and writtenConfident in working with tight deadlines and high uncertaintyAbility to craft strategic narratives with alignment across the boardExcellent ability to frame complex problems and develop simple frameworksCareful listener, able to understand different perspectives and suggestionsStrong problem solving and analytical skills- qualitative and quantitativeSelf-starter and able to self-motivate, setting ambitious goals and keeping a strong focus on delivering against themPreferred EducationBachelorsPreferred Level of Work ExperienceMore than 10 yearsRemote TypeHybrid RemoteWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.

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