Strategic Planning Associate

Show Biz Town, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Show Biz Town, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Planning Associate to support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the company''s strategic plans, business initiatives, and organizational goals.

The role involves conducting research, analyzing market information, preparing strategic reports and presentations, and tracking progress of key projects across departments to ensure alignment with the company''s strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Supports development, implementation, and monitoring of strategic plans and goals.
• Assists in researching market information and competitive landscape.
• Prepares strategic reports and presentations for management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of short- and long-term strategic plans.
• Translate goals into actionable plans and roadmaps with timelines.
• Monitor implementation of strategic initiatives and provide updates to management.
• Coordinate cross-department information for planning activities.
• Prepare dashboards and management-ready summaries.

Job description

The Strategic Planning Associate provides support in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the company's strategic plans, business initiatives, and organizational goals. The role assists management by conducting research, analyzing business and market information, preparing strategic reports and presentations, and monitoring the progress of key projects and initiatives.

The Strategic Planning Associate works closely with management and various departments to gather information, track performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and help ensure that departmental activities are aligned with the company's overall strategic direction.

Strategic Planning Support

• - Assist in the preparation and development of short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• - Support the translation of company goals and objectives into actionable plans and initiatives.
• - Assist in preparing strategic roadmaps, action plans, timelines, and other planning documents.
• - Monitor the implementation of approved strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to management.

Research and Business Analysis

• - Conduct research on market trends, industry developments, competitors, and potential business opportunities.
• - Gather and analyze relevant business data to support management decisions.
• - Identify potential opportunities, challenges, and risks that may affect company objectives.
• - Prepare summaries and recommendations based on research and analysis.

Performance and KPI Monitoring

• - Assist in developing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for strategic initiatives.
• - Track departmental and project performance against established targets and timelines.
• - Consolidate progress updates from different departments.
• - Identify delays, gaps, and areas requiring management attention.

Project and Initiative Coordination

• - Assist in coordinating strategic projects and special company initiatives.
• - Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and assigned responsibilities.
• - Follow up with concerned departments regarding pending action items and deliverables.
• - Maintain organized records of project plans, progress reports, and supporting documents.

Cross-Department Coordination

• - Coordinate with different departments to gather information and support strategic planning activities.
• - Assist in ensuring that departmental plans and activities are aligned with company objectives.
• - Participate in strategic planning meetings and discussions.
• - Document key decisions, action items, and agreed timelines.

Reports and Presentation Preparation

• - Prepare regular strategic planning reports, dashboards, presentations, and management updates.
• - Consolidate data and information from different departments for management review.
• - Create presentations and visual reports that clearly communicate business performance and strategic priorities.
• - Provide supporting information and analysis for management meetings.

Process Improvement

• - Assist in identifying opportunities to improve business processes, operational efficiency, and organizational performance.
• - Support the evaluation of existing programs and initiatives.
• - Recommend practical improvements based on data, research, and performance results.
• - Assist in documenting and monitoring approved improvement initiatives.

Management Support

• - Provide research and analytical support to the CEO, senior management, and department heads as assigned.
• - Assist in evaluating new business opportunities, projects, and initiatives.
• - Perform other strategic planning and business analysis tasks that may be assigned by management.