Strategic Planning Specialist

Mphasis; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Strategic Operations Analyst to optimize business performance through data analysis. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in business operations, advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, and the ability to present insights to executive teams. This mid-level role involves analyzing large datasets, supporting process improvement initiatives, and leveraging communication skills to drive results. This position is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business operations, strategy, analytics, or consulting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data modeling.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large datasets to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to improve workflows and align operations.
• Present findings and insights to non-technical audiences.

Skills

Data analysis

Business communication

Process improvement

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Tools

Power BI

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and analytical Strategic Operations Analyst to help optimize our business performance by turning data into insights and insights into actions. In this mid-level role, you will bridge the gap between strategy and execution, leveraging your analytical skills, business acumen, and strong communication to support cross-functional teams and drive meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Analysis, Planning & Reporting:
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities across business functions.
• Proficient in manpower planning and drive implementation.
• Evaluate operational metrics (KPIs) to provide actionable insights to leadership and stakeholders.
• Business Process Optimization:
• Collaborate with teams to improve workflows, reduce inefficiencies, and align operations with strategic goals.
• Use data to support and lead process improvement initiatives.
• Executive Communication & Storytelling:
• Synthesize complex data and translate it into clear, compelling presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Present findings, recommendations, and insights to non-technical audiences and senior leadership.
• Tool & Systems Management:
• Work with internal teams such as Resource Management Group, Finance, Sales, HR, CIO & SCM
• Support adoption and integration of tools that improve business performance.
• Strategic & Tactical Support:
• Assist in business forecasting, performance tracking, and scenario modelling.
• Translate business questions into analytical problems and deliver insights that influence decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business operations, strategy, analytics, or consulting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data modeling.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and business storytelling.
• Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools for data visualization and reporting is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from data and suggest actionable recommendations.
• Strong business communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics to various stakeholders.
• Ability to read, interpret, and make decisions based on operational and financial reports.