330 Strategy Planning jobs in India

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies and plans.
• Oversee and optimize business processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Lead and manage cross-functional projects from inception to completion.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define strategic objectives.
• Manage operational budgets and ensure effective resource allocation.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational success.
• Drive change management initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to operational teams.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, strategic planning, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful operational strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Experience in driving organizational change and process improvements.
• Ability to lead and thrive in a remote work environment.

Job Profile

Join Blue Star's Corporate Planning & Strategy team in a role that combines strategic thinking with organisational programme management excellence. As Deputy Manager, you'll support management in strategic decision-making while driving the execution of company-wide transformation programmes. This role is designed for professionals who can translate boardroom strategies into ground-level reality through structured programme management.

Working closely with the businesses and cross functional teams, you'll ensure Blue Star's strategic initiatives in business transformation, operational excellence, and digital innovation deliver measurable business impact across the organisation.

Your Impact - What You'll Drive

This role brings in a unique combination of strategic planning skills along with implementation expertise wherein you will be required to engage with businesses and cross functional teams towards specific high impact opportunity identification for the next 3-5 years and beyond.

• Lead enterprise programmes : You'll orchestrate multiple high-stakes transformation programmes simultaneously ensuring they deliver measurable business impact on time and within scope
• Bridge strategy & execution : Working directly with senior executives and leadership, you'll translate strategic visions into structured programme roadmaps with clear milestones, dependencies, and success metrics
• Navigate complexity : You'll masterfully manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships, aligning diverse teams from manufacturing to IT, sales to finance, ensuring everyone moves in sync toward common programme objectives
• Drive decision-making : Through your analytical prowess, provide data-driven insights and recommendations that shape critical business decisions, presenting complex programme updates in crisp, actionable formats to senior leadership
• Champion change : As a transformation catalyst, you'll identify and address organisational resistance, building consensus and momentum for initiatives that fundamentally change how Blue Star operates
• Establish excellence : You'll implement and refine programme management frameworks that become the gold standard for how strategic initiatives are executed across the organisation

Role Requirements:

Educational qualifications: MBA + BE (any field) mandatory, Strategy domain expertise preferred

Experience : 6 - 10 years of proven experience out of which minimum 3-5 years working in:

• Leading/ part of a large-scale organisational transformation programme
• Corporate strategy & planning departments executing transformation initiatives
• Programme/Project management initiatives

Competencies:

• Programme Management mastery: Deep understanding of programme management frameworks, governance structure, and organisational change navigation
• Superior Communication skills , including PowerPoint storytelling skills
• Functional expertise/ Strategic analysis: Skilled in market sizing, competitive analysis, assessing business models/value chain dynamics using frameworks like Porter's Five Forces, SWOT, and evaluating a business case (Go/No-Go) for new business
• Proven Track Record: Experience managing programmes that involved multiple stakeholders and delivered quantifiable business outcomes

Org Structure

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Corporate Planning who reports to the Chairman and MD, this role offers direct exposure to Blue Star's strategic decision-making process. You'll work in a flat structure alongside other Managers and Deputy Managers, contributing to initiatives that shape the company's future direction. This position serves as a stepping stone to senior leadership roles, providing unparalleled visibility across all business functions and direct interaction with top management.

Location: Vikhroli, Mumbai

Ready to transform Blue Star's strategic vision into operational excellence? Join us in driving change that matters.

• Developing and refining the company's long-term strategic plan, identifying key growth drivers and competitive advantages.
• Leading market analysis, industry research, and competitive intelligence efforts to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Translating strategic objectives into actionable plans and initiatives for various business units.
• Collaborating with senior leadership and departmental heads to ensure alignment and buy-in for strategic priorities.
• Developing financial models and business cases to support strategic investments and initiatives.
• Monitoring the execution of strategic plans, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and recommending adjustments as needed.
• Facilitating strategic planning sessions, workshops, and offsite meetings.
• Identifying potential risks and challenges to strategic initiatives and developing mitigation plans.
• Staying informed about global economic trends and their potential impact on the business.
• Mentoring and developing a team of strategy professionals.
• Communicating the company's strategy and vision effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
• Driving a culture of data-driven decision-making and strategic thinking across the organization.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategy, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, management consulting, or a related role, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful corporate strategies.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and business strategy frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex projects in a remote setting.
• Experience working with diverse teams and driving consensus.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

• Conduct thorough analysis of client businesses, markets, and competitive environments.
• Identify strategic challenges and opportunities for clients.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations, including business plans and growth strategies.
• Create financial models to support strategic decisions and forecast outcomes.
• Advise clients on organizational restructuring, operational efficiency, and change management.
• Lead client workshops and facilitate strategic planning sessions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, economic conditions, and emerging business models.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior executives.

• MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Business Administration).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully advising clients on complex strategic issues.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and manage client relationships.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and presentation software.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.

• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
• Develop and articulate clear, concise business strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Analyze financial data and operational metrics to identify areas for performance improvement.
• Create compelling business cases and financial models to support strategic recommendations.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to gather insights and build consensus.
• Design and implement change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new strategies.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations and reports to executive-level clients.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the growth of the firm's knowledge base.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and value creation.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a similar advisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategy formulation, business analysis, and financial modeling.
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of various business functions, including marketing, operations, finance, and human resources.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with various industries is advantageous.
• This is a hybrid role, requiring occasional travel to client sites and office presence as needed.

About the Business:

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.’

Criticality of the role to the business:

Building the semiconductor facility and ecosystem in India for the first time presents a multifaceted challenge. This requires managing complex operations on the ground, executing at a rapid pace, mobilizing resources at scale, and managing a diverse array of stakeholders to ensure the program remains on schedule.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with extensive operational experience and a demonstrated ability to navigate complex site management tasks effectively. This includes coordinating with various stakeholders, facilitating communication, and ensuring alignment across all parties involved.

Key Deliverables:

Program Management:

• Own Project Timelines: Collaborate with various internal teams and project partners to achieve the defined project milestones.
• Program Management: Technology Partnerand internal stakeholders to achieve 100% compliance to Technology license agreement and key milestones.
• Risk mitigation and Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve any risk or challenges that can arise.
• Reporting and Facilitate Decision Making : Manage Project reviews with Senior management and facilitate Senior management in decision making with analysis and presentations.
• Crisis management: Effectively manage any crises that arise collaborating with senior management to develop and implement appropriate response strategies.
• Project Update to Government: Work with Internal Government Affairs Team to facilitate in providing Project update to the state government.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve operational issues or challenges that arise on-site. Implement corrective actions and process improvements as necessary.
• Reporting and Feedback: Provide regular updates and reports to senior management regarding project progress, challenges, and milestones achieved.

Essential Attributes:

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex operational activities, with a strong background in effective site management and timely problem resolution
• Demonstrated excellence in liaising with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment
• Self-motivated and proactive , with the ability to execute initiatives at a fast pace with minimal oversight from management
• Adaptable and resilient , able to navigate challenges and ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• Ability to effectively represent TEPL in various engagements with key stakeholders, serving as a credible ambassador for the organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills , enabling clear and persuasive interactions with all levels of stakeholders
• Collaborative leadership style , fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement among the site management team

Qualification:

• MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering / Materials Science / Chemical Engineering. MBA is a plus.

Desired Experience Level:

• 13-18 years of experience in Semiconductor operations management, with a strong background in overseeing manufacturing or industrial facilities