Program Manager – North

Talent Linked Consultancy; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Linked Consultancy in Delhi NCR is seeking a Program Manager to support the Regional Head for Delhi and North Region, driving growth across 500+ SKUs and diverse stores. The role blends strategic program management with operational excellence and requires travel across the North region.

The ideal candidate has 5-8 years in retail ops or related consulting, MBA, and strong analytics skills using Excel, Power BI, SQL, or Tableau. English and Hindi communication is preferred.

Qualifications

• MBA from a recognized institution.
• 5–8 years in retail operations or program mgmt.
• Pharmacy/FMCG/retail experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, SQL/Tableau/Power BI.
• Multi-stakeholder project leadership.
• Strong execution and analytics.
• English and Hindi communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic initiatives across Delhi & North Region.
• Coordinate central and state cross-functional programs.
• Monitor regional performance dashboards.
• Generate insights from competitive intelligence.
• Bridge regional leadership and store operations.
• Lead store launches and promotional campaigns.
• Prepare executive presentations and reviews.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Execution

Communication skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical skills

Cross-functional

Education

MBA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Description for Program Manager – North

Position: Program Manager

Location: Delhi NCR (with travel across Delhi and North Region)

Experience: 5-8 years

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused professional to support the Regional Head for Delhi and North Region in driving business growth across 500+ ' diverse portfolio. This role combines strategic program management with operational excellence, serving as the growth catalyst for one of our most mature and competitive markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Initiative Management

Drive implementation of central & state cross functional initiatives across the stores in Delhi & North Region , the candidate will be primarily responsible for implementation of the initiatives in close coordination with operations leaders.

Apart from central initiatives, lead regional growth programs in close coordination with category teams for Pharma, Generics, FMCG, and Private Labels and continuously monitor performance.

Business Analytics & Performance Tracking

Monitor and report regional performance dashboards covering sales, margins, inventory turnover, and customer metrics.

Conduct deep-dive analysis on underperforming stores/categories.

Generate insights from competitive intelligence in metro markets ( Delhi NCR, Lucknow, Jaipur,Chandigarh ) to inform strategy.

Track and report on ROI of regional initiatives and recommend course corrections. Operational Excellence

Act as the bridge between regional leadership and store operations, ensuring seamless execution of strategies.Run surveys and dipsticks to check compliance with SOPs, merchandising standards, and customerservice benchmarks.

Coordinate with cluster managers to resolve operational bottlenecks and scale best practices within the region.

Manage regional calendar including store launches, promotional campaigns, and leadership reviews.

Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for the Regional Head, managing schedules, priorities, and critical communications.

Facilitate collaboration between Delhi, Rajasthan, UP, Haryana, Punjab and J&K state teams to leverage synergies.

Prepare executive presentations, business reviews, and strategic recommendations for leadership meetings.

Build strong relationships with central teams (category, supply chain, HR, finance) to drive regionalagenda.

Required Qualifications:

MBA from a recognized institution with strong academic credentials

5-8 years of experience in retail operations, business consulting, program management, or category management.

Prior experience in pharmacy retail, FMCG retail, or organized retail chains is highly preferred.

Strong proficiency in business analytics tools (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, SQL/Tableau/Power BI preferred)

Demonstrated experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects and driving business outcomes.

Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities.

Data-driven decision making and analytical rigour.

Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi preferred.

Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Strong business acumen across retail operations and category management.

Stakeholder management and influence without authority.

Understanding of North Indian retail consumer behaviour and competitive landscape.

What Makes This Role Unique:

Delhi and North Region represent most established markets with intense competition from regional and national players. This role offers exposure to sophisticated retail operations, diverse urban and semi-urban markets, and the opportunity to drive innovation in a mature region while working with season retail leadership.

Organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.