JOB SUMMARY :
We are looking for a Strategy Planning Lead to join MEDINE GROUP
The Strategy Planning Lead supports the delivery of the Group’s strategic agenda through a combination of structured analysis, strategic insight and disciplined execution. The role contributes to strategic planning and decision-making by providing data-driven analysis, market intelligence and performance insights, while translating priorities into actionable plans and ensuring effective monitoring across Business Units. Acting as a central enabler, the role supports alignment, elevates key risks and opportunities, and reinforces governance and execution discipline across the Group.
Duties & Responsibilities
Strategy Planning & Execution
- Support the Head of Strategy Planning and Risk in the coordination and execution of the Group’s annual and multi-year strategic planning cycles.
- Translate strategic priorities into clear action plans, initiatives, milestones and success metrics across Business Units.
- Ensure alignment between Group strategy, BU business plans and key transformation initiatives.
- Contribute to the preparation of strategic reviews, business cases and investment proposals.
- Facilitate structured strategy sessions and follow-up discussions with Business Units as required.
Performance Monitoring & Strategic Follow-Through
- Establish and maintain structured tracking tools (dashboards, action trackers, KPI frameworks) to monitor strategic initiatives and performance.
- Recommend corrective actions where initiatives are not delivering anticipated outcome.
- Track execution progress against strategic objectives and escalate delays, risks or misalignments in a timely manner.
- Support the preparation of performance reviews for management forums (e.g. MANCO, Board reporting).
- Ensure clarity of ownership, timelines and accountability across strategic initiatives.
Data, Analytics & Market Intelligence
- Conduct financial, operational and market analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
- Develop insights from internal performance data and external market intelligence to inform strategy and identify opportunities.
- Support scenario analysis, benchmarking and evaluation of strategic options.
- Leverage available BI tools and analytical frameworks to enhance data-driven decision-making.
Cross-Functional Coordination, Governance & Investor Relations
- Act as a central coordination point across Business Units and support functions on strategic initiatives.
- Facilitate alignment across stakeholders and ensure effective communication of priorities, progress and outcomes.
- Support governance processes, including preparation of high-quality materials and tracking of action items for key forums.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of governance frameworks, planning processes and management reporting across the Group.
- Support investor relations through preparation of strategic presentations and investor materials.
Strategic Insight & Opportunity Identification
- Identify strategic risks, gaps and improvement opportunities during execution and escalate where required.
- Support the identification and assessment of growth opportunities, investment options and transformation initiatives.
- Contribute to forward-looking strategic thinking by analysing market trends, identifying emerging opportunities and supporting broader strategic discussions across the Group.
- Act as a structured support partner to Business Units by identifying execution gaps, highlighting risks and facilitating resolution where required.
Process Discipline, Project Management & Continuous Improvement
- Drive discipline in planning, execution and reporting across the function and Business Units.
- Ensure consistency of templates, methodologies and strategic frameworks across the Group.
- Support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Group’s project management framework to ensure effective delivery of strategic initiatives.
- Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements to strengthen execution and decision-making.
OTHERS
- Any other cognate duties as may be necessary in the circumstances and/or required by the employer.
CANDIDATE’S PROFILE :
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Strategy, Marketing or a related field.
- A Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related discipline would be an advantage.
- 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in strategy, corporate planning, consulting, business analysis or a similar role.
- Experience in cross-functional coordination, business performance monitoring or project management.
- Exposure to data analysis, market intelligence and/or investment or business case development.
- Experience in a multi-business or fast-evolving environment would be an advantage.
Key competences (Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes, Behaviours):
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Structured thinking and ability to break down complex strategic topics into clear plans and outputs.
- Good understanding of strategic planning, business performance tracking and governance processes.
- Ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and discipline in execution and follow-through.
- Good communication and presentation skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise materials.
- Ability to engage with stakeholders constructively and facilitate alignment.
- Proactive, self-driven and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with data analytics, BI tools or financial modelling is an advantage.