Strategic Planning and Execution Manager

Firefly Electric & Lighting Corp.; Manila; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Electric & Lighting Corp. is seeking a Strategic Planning & Execution Manager to lead the translation of corporate vision into actionable strategies across various functions. This pivotal role will drive strategic initiatives, performance monitoring, and foster cross-functional collaboration, ensuring operational excellence and business growth.

Qualifications

• 10 years in strategic planning and business operations in leadership.
• Proven track record in driving strategic initiatives.
• Strong grasp of data analytics and KPIs for informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine corporate strategies aligned with long-term goals.
• Lead annual strategic planning cycles and conduct business reviews.
• Implement data-driven performance tracking systems.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business operations

Data-driven decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Execution-oriented leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Management

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Work Location: FELCO Office, Manila

Strategic Planning & Execution Manager

The Strategic Planning & Execution Manager is pivotal in translating FELCO’s corporate vision into actionable strategies across sales, marketing, distribution, manufacturing, and support functions. This role drives strategy development, execution, and performance tracking, enabling business growth, operational excellence, and talent retention.

This position demands strategic foresight and hands-on leadership to embed a culture of execution discipline throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Business Alignment

• Develop and refine corporate and functional strategies aligned with long-term company goals

• Lead annual strategic planning cycles, ensuring cohesive goal-setting across all business units

• Conduct quarterly or semi-annual business reviews, delivering performance insights and recommendations

• Collaborate with Finance to develop budgets, forecasts, capital plans, and profitability models

Strategy Execution & Performance Monitoring

• Ensure organization-wide adherence to performance frameworks

• Facilitate strategy execution workshops to instill accountability across mid- and senior-level leaders

• Lead periodic reviews to track progress, adjust plans, and maintain execution momentum

• Implement real-time, data-driven performance tracking systems

• Partner with HR/OET to integrate strategy execution into performance management processes

Strategic Project Management

• Identify and prioritize high-impact projects aligned with company growth and efficiency objectives

• Evaluate project feasibility, ROI, and resource needs

• Define clear roadmaps, milestones, success metrics, and risk management plans

Executive Communication & Reporting

• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for MANCOM and leadership, highlighting insights, risks, and strategic recommendations

• Coordinate with the Internal Communications Group to ensure alignment across commercial, operational, and corporate functions

• Foster cross-functional collaboration to break down silos and drive unified execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred

• 10 years in strategic planning, business operations in a leadership capacity

• Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced environment

• Execution-oriented leadership: not just a strategist but a driver of results, ensuring that plans translate into real-world impact

• Data-driven decision-making: leveraging data, KPIs, and analytics to make informed strategic recommendations

• Agility and change management: a strong grasp of organizational transformation

• Cross-functional collaboration: influencing senior leaders across diverse functions

• Commercial and financial acumen: understanding of profitability levers, trade spend efficiency, and supply-demand alignment