Strategy Manager

Harnham; Northampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization in Northampton is seeking a Deputy Commercial Leader to drive business planning and analytical strategies. This role involves leading a team to influence senior stakeholders and enhance commercial performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport or similar fields, strong leadership skills, and the ability to present insights effectively. This full-time position does not offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, rail, or a similar commercial environment.
• Strong understanding of demand forecasting and revenue management principles.
• Proven leadership experience in managing analytical teams.

Responsibilities

• Own business planning, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Lead and mentor a team of 4 Analysts.
• Provide analytical insight for pricing and revenue strategies.
• Deliver the Annual Business Plan.
• Develop and refine the commercial data and analysis strategy.
• Influence senior stakeholders with commercially relevant insights.

Skills

Transport experience

Demand forecasting expertise

Analytical team leadership

Commercial acumen

Presentation skills

Familiarity with SQL

Familiarity with Tableau

Familiarity with Power BI

Job description

We’re working on an exciting opportunity for a strong commercial leader to step into a deputy role within a high-profile transport organisation. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping strategy, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving commercial performance.

THE ROLE

In this role you will:

• Own business planning, forecasting, and commercial reporting (internal & to DfT)
• Lead and mentor a team of 4 Analysts, driving performance and development
• Provide analytical insight to support pricing, demand, and revenue protection strategies
• Deliver the Annual Business Plan and core commercial models
• Develop and refine the commercial team’s data and analysis strategy
• Influence senior stakeholders and the board with clear, commercially relevant insights

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in transport, rail, or a similar commercial environment
• Strong understanding of demand forecasting and revenue management principles
• Proven leadership or deputising experience in managing analytical teams
• Ability to engage and present to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Commercial acumen with the ability to challenge, validate, and influence decisions
• Familiarity with SQL, Tableau, or Power BI (not hands-on, but able to lead/interpret)

APPLY

Send your email to [e-mail] to register your interest. Please note our client cannot offer sponsorship

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Rail Transportation