Purpose

The role of the Strategy Manager will be to support ClarusONE to deliver its overarching strategy in alignment with its annual priorities. This will be achieved through supporting annual strategic planning and working on strategically important projects. This is a key role to support ClarusONE being able to achieve its growth and strategic ambitions in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

The role will report to the Director, Strategy and Business Development and will be required to work closely across all business functions in the organisation. This will also extend outwards to external stakeholders with the McKesson and Walmart businesses, as well as our Supplier partners.

This is a high-exposure role with plenty of opportunity to demonstrate skills and capabilities to senior leadership within ClarusONE, but also across McKesson and Walmart, and should appeal to those who would be energised in this environment.

This role also presents a unique opportunity to work in a truly global business which provides exposure to different global markets and the macroeconomic nuances within which our customers and suppliers operate within.

Responsibilities:

Manages strategic projects; maintains responsibility for deliverables and timelines; manages stakeholder relationships and expectations

Works with Finance and Analytics to establish analytical frameworks and conducts complex business analyses where needed

Conducts external research / data gathering and analysis and partners with the Market Analyst to support strategic insights

Supports the ClarusONE Director Strategy and Business Development to support the ClarusONE Leadership team to help them achieve long term goals and project objectives

Creates high-quality presentations / deliverables for various internal and external audiences, tailoring content and key messaging accordingly

Maintains thorough knowledge of company's products, competition, and broader market dynamics that frame the business context both present and over the LRP period

Requirements: 

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Strategy, or a related field 

Demonstrable experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or a related field 

Proven track record in leading strategic initiatives 

Exposure to the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector is preferable 

Knowledge/Skills: 

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights 

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels 

Can build and maintain meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex business environments 

Familiarity with the generics pharmaceutical industry and supply chain environment is preferable 

Proficiency in applying strategic planning tools and models to help solve problems 

Strong command of market research and data analysis techniques 

Understanding of Corporate Finance and the role it plays in supporting other business functions with annual strategic planning 

Strategic and innovative thinking 

Ability to demonstrate cross-functional collaboration 

Strong business acumen and financial literacy 

Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead projects and be comfortable reporting to senior leadership 

Ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-driven environment that is constantly changing, and comfortable dealing with ambiguity 

Proactive self-starter who thrives in an environment where they are comfortable taking initiative 

Is adept at bringing clarity and simplicity to complex problems 

Has a curious, thoughtful and logical approach to problem solving