Sr Industry Strategies Director

JDA Software; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 168,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr Industry Strategies Director to drive business strategy and transformation at the CXO level. This pivotal role involves collaborating with global teams to support go-to-market strategies, analyzing industry trends, and executing impactful sales initiatives. You'll leverage your extensive experience in the Grocery/CPG sector to influence key stakeholders and contribute to corporate strategy. Join a dynamic environment that values inclusion and offers a robust benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage and flexible time off. If you are passionate about driving results and fostering relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision

401K with Matching

Flexible Time Off

Corporate Fitness Program

Voluntary Benefits (Legal Plans, Pet Insurance, etc.)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Grocery/CPG with industry-specific strategies.
• Strong ability to understand complex industry trends and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Support the Annual Go To Market Business Plan for Grocery/CPG.
• Execution of Sales/Events and building strong customer references.

Skills

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Presentation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Job description

Sr Industry Strategies Director

Sr Industry Strategies Director

Apply locations: Dallas

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: 250008

Blue Yonder Job Title: Sr Industry Strategies Director

Location: US - Remote

Travel up to 50% required

Scope

• The successful candidate will operate at CXO level within our customers, providing thought leadership on business strategy and transformation; leveraging your experience and knowledge of the industry. Your gravitas, acumen and communication skills will present you as an authoritative expert, representing Blue Yonder capabilities in a business context.
• Working with the global Industry strategy peers and the senior cross-functional team, you will support the GTM approach according to TAM analysis and industry trends.
• Support the GTM approach: co-defining the sales plays, industry packaging and messaging, thought leadership content and Partner strategy.

What you’ll do

As a general guide, the role will be divided into the following activities:

Support the Annual Go To Market Business Plan for Grocery/CPG – 50%

• GTM approach and Budget Interlock plan
• Performance Analysis and Insights
• Sales Plays & Sales Play Content Creation
• Industry packaging, differentiation & industry messaging
• Thought Leadership Content

Execution of Sales/Events – 40%

• Sales support at CXO level
• Participation in Industry events
• Advisory boards
• Building strong customer references

Contributing to Corporate Strategy – 10%

• Industry trends - develop market growth and development plans for expanding industries
• Support TAM analysis and opportunities
• Business Cases
• Investment input (roadmap, acquisitions, etc.)
• Ecosystem Partnerships
• Business models

What we are looking for

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Grocery/CPG, with a focus on industry-specific strategies
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to understand complex industry trends and drivers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships and influence key industry stakeholders
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results
• Experience in a team-based selling environment
• Exceptional presentation, facilitation, communication and negotiation skills

The base salary range for this position is $168,000.00 to $219,000.00 USD. The salary range information provided reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

Our Values

If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values

Diversity, Inclusion, Value & Equity (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.