Senior Market Strategy Planning Analyst - US

Isupark; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Digital Industries Software’s Strategic Planning team is seeking a seasoned strategist to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights for executive decisions in Ames. The role emphasizes proactive storytelling, cross-functional collaboration, and ownership of high-impact analyses.

You will shape narratives for senior leadership, drive research design, and organize data-driven analyses with autonomy, contributing to strategic roadmaps and growth initiatives in a hybrid work

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in market strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business intelligence, or a similar analytical role.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Insights: conduct research and analysis on market, competitive landscapes, technology and geopolitics to uncover critical insights.
• Shape Strategic Discussions: develop executive-level storylines and presentations for informed decision-making.
• Execute with Excellence: own strategic projects with autonomy and rigorous problem-solving approaches.
• Organize for Success: maintain well-structured documentation and data for ongoing strategic planning.

Skills

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Economics

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Employer

Siemens

Posted On

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Location: Ames, IA | Hybrid

Job Description

We are a leading global software company dedicated to the world of computer aided design, 3D modeling and simulation— helping innovative global manufacturers design better products, faster! With the resources of a large company, and the energy of a software start-up, we have fun together while creating a world class software portfolio. Our culture encourages creativity, welcomes fresh thinking, and focuses on growth, so our people, our business, and our customers can achieve their full potential.

Join Siemens Digital Industries Software’s growing and fast paced Strategic Planning team transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights and influencing executive level decisions. We're looking for someone who can not only execute deep dive analyses with minimal oversight but also proactively connect the dots, anticipate needs, and articulate a compelling strategic narrative.

Essential Functions:

Drive Strategic Insights: Conduct comprehensive research and rigorous analysis on diverse strategic topics, including market and competitive landscapes, technology, geopolitical impacts, and more synthesizing both internal and external data to uncover critical insights.

Shape Strategic Discussions: Transform complex analytical findings into clear, concise, and impactful executive-level communications. You will develop compelling storylines and presentations that facilitate inform strategic discussions and decision-making.

Execute with Excellence: Take ownership of strategic projects and analyses, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy and resourcefulness in identifying research methodologies and problem-solving approaches.

Organize for Success: Maintain meticulous organization of research, data, and project documentation, ensuring that information is readily accessible and well-structured for ongoing strategic planning.

Skills and Abilities Required:

Exceptional Executive Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, to senior leadership. Strong presentation skills are a must.

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving: A natural curiosity and ability to break down ambiguous problems, design effective research plans, and develop well-supported strategic recommendations.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in leveraging various data sources and analytical tools to extract meaningful insights and support strategic hypotheses.

Intellectual Curiosity: A genuine interest in a broad range of strategic topics, from market dynamics to technological innovation.

Education and Experience Requirements:

8+ years of experience in market strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business intelligence, or a similar analytical role, with a track record of delivering impactful insights.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.