Strategic Planning Manager & Individual Contributor

Vertiv; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions company is seeking a Strategic Planning Manager to develop and execute strategies for the Asia Infra Sols. The role involves collaborating across teams and regions, leading strategic meetings, and driving strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills in English, and a Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred). This position offers an opportunity to contribute to important strategic objectives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience, preferably in an international and culturally diverse organization.
• Certifications such as PMP are a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Asia Infra Sols strategy.
• Collaborate closely with leaders to prepare strategic reports.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across different time zones.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Analytical skills

Ability to work collaboratively with others

Experience with ERP financial applications

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Networking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Power BI

Oracle

Job description

Strategic Planning Manager - Individual Contributor

The Strategy & Planning Manager will lead the development and execution of the Asia Infra Sols strategy, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and objectives. This role involves taking ownership of strategic initiatives, driving them from conception to completion with minimal supervision.

The manager will collaborate closely with the Strategy Director and Asia leader to prepare QBRs, MBRs, and other strategic reports. Additionally, the role requires coordinating with cross-functional teams across different time zones, leading strategic meetings, providing expert support and research, and maintaining a strong focus on both short-term results and long-term vision. The manager will also act as a liaison between the Asia region and global strategy team, ensuring alignment and consistency in strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Asia Infra Sols strategy, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and objectives.
• Take ownership of strategic initiatives, driving them from conception to completion with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate closely with the Strategy Director and Asia leader to prepare QBRs, MBRs, and other strategic reports.
• Develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across different time zones to gather and analyze data, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
• Lead strategic meetings and discussions with various local departments, focusing on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert support and research into complex problems and processes, offering innovative solutions.
• Maintain a strong focus on both short-term results and long-term vision, driving continuous improvement and best practice sharing.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the company by effectively supporting management standards, operating models, and facilitating communication across various teams.
• Align and coordinate strategy tasks and action points, ensuring clarity and accountability.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership, demonstrating a deep understanding of the Asia market and strategic priorities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, best practice sharing, and process standardization.
• Act as a liaison between the Asia region and global strategy team, ensuring alignment and consistency in strategic initiatives.
• Monitor and report on the progress of strategic initiatives, ensuring timely completion and addressing any issues that arise.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree required (MBA preferred)

Certifications: Certifications such as PMP are a plus.

Work Experience: 5-7 years of experience; experience in an international and culturally diverse organization is a plus.

Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; other languages are a plus.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, make informed decisions, and solve complex problems.

Technical Skills: Experience with ERP financial applications is a plus (experience in Oracle preferred); Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (experience in Power BI preferred).

Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a positive team dynamic; strong, proven business partnering mentality; has the maturity and awareness to strike the right balance between facilitating and challenging the business; can adapt to change and navigate uncertainty; ability to effectively manage time and resources against agreed deadlines for activities; excellent organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects.

Ethical Judgment: Demonstrated ethical decision-making and integrity.

Networking Skills: Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and other industry professionals.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Strategic Planning Manager?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?