OD and Strategy Manager - Retail | Saudi Arabia

RAWAJ; Dammam; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Saudi retail company in Dammam is seeking a Strategy Manager to support the corporate strategy development and execution. The role requires 8–15 years of experience in strategy or consulting, with a strong analytical background. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior leadership to track projects and manage strategic initiatives. This position offers an opportunity to impact organizational development and transformation.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in strategy, consulting, or organizational development.
• Experience in retail, FMCG, telecom, or consulting environments is a plus.
• Strong analytical background and exposure to change management.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate strategy development through research and analysis.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives and KPIs.
• Manage strategic projects and prepare dashboards for updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Strategy or related fields

Master’s degree

Job description

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading Saudi company specializing in the retail industry in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh.

The Strategy Manager, will support the development, analysis, and execution of the company’s corporate strategy. The Strategy Manager works closely with senior leadership to translate the company’s vision into actionable plans, drive strategic initiatives, and support organizational development and transformation activities across the business.

Key Accountabilities

The position involves:

• Support corporate strategy development through research, analysis, and preparation of strategic reports.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives and KPIs, and track projects.
• Identify performance gaps and recommend improvements to ensure alignment with company goals.
• Contribute to organizational development by reviewing structures, processes, and workflows.
• Support change management efforts and assist in developing policies and governance documents.
• Manage and coordinate selected strategic projects and prepare dashboards and progress updates.
• Liaise with internal teams, external consultants, and partners to evaluate opportunities and support business cases.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are Looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Strategy, or related fields; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8–15 years of experience in strategy, consulting, organizational development, transformation, or PMO.
• Experience in retail, FMCG, telecom, or consulting environments is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical background with experience in frameworks, modeling, and presentations.
• Exposure to organizational development or change management is a plus.