Business Strategy Head

Career Brain Consultancy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Brain Consultancy seeks a Strategic Business Head (Planning & Analytics) in Bengaluru/Mumbai/Raipur/Hyderabad. The role demands 10+ years post-MBA experience with P&L accountability and strong leadership in strategic planning and analytics.

Exposure to heavy equipment/construction sectors adds value. The candidate will partner with CXOs to optimize revenue, margins, and operational efficiency, driving long-term growth and profitability through data-driven insights and cross-functional

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-MBA experience with P&L accountability.
• Strong experience in strategic business planning and analytics.
• Exposure to heavy equipment/ construction/ mining sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive overall P&L performance, revenue growth, profitability, margins, and cost optimization.
• Lead annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term growth strategy.
• Analyze KPIs, reports, and performance gaps to drive corrective actions.
• Provide data-driven insights to CXOs and business heads for investment and expansion decisions.
• Monitor industry trends and market opportunities across construction and heavy equipment.
• Collaborate with vertical heads and regional teams to align priorities.
• Develop dashboards and review mechanisms to track targets and outcomes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Education

B.Tech/B.E. + MBA (IIM A/B/C or Tier 1 college)

Job description

Position: Strategic Business Head (Planning & Analytics)

Locations: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Raipur, Hyderabad

Experience: 10+ Years

Industry: Heavy Equipment / Construction & Mining Equipment / Engineering

Qualification Required- B. Tech./B.E.+ MBA (Or Equivalent) from IIM A/B/C or other Tier 1 colleges

Role Purpose

The Strategic Business Head Planning & Analytics will drive business strategy, P&L performance, financial planning, and business analytics to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. The role involves partnering with CXOs and business leaders to optimize revenue, margins, operational efficiency, and strategic execution.

Requirements

• 10+ years of post MBA experience and must have prior experience in P&L accountability and business performance.
• Strong experience in strategic business planning, business analytics, and P&L management.
• Exposure to construction/ automobile/ aftermarket industry (will be an added advantage).
• Ability to quickly analyze data and deliver results in tight deadlines.
• Proven understanding of financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability improvement.
• Strong analytical, commercial, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• P&L Accountability: Own and drive overall P&L performance, including revenue growth, profitability, margins, cost optimization, and achievement of financial targets.
• Strategic Business Planning: Lead annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term growth strategy in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Business Performance & Analytics: Analyze financial and operational KPIs, business reports, and performance gaps to drive corrective actions and improve business outcomes.
• Strategic Decision Support: Partner with CXOs and business heads to provide data-driven insights, evaluate business proposals, and support investment and expansion decisions.
• Market Intelligence & Growth: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market opportunities across the construction, mining, and heavy equipment sectors.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with vertical heads, regional teams, and the Group Office to align business priorities and drive strategic initiatives.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop management dashboards and review mechanisms to track business targets, profitability, and strategic project outcomes.