Senior Corporate Strategist, Market Analysis and C

About the position

The Senior Corporate Strategist at IDEXX Distributions, Inc. is a pivotal role within the Corporate Strategy team, responsible for shaping the company's corporate strategy and driving strategic initiatives. This position involves conducting market analysis, providing actionable insights to senior leadership, and supporting competitive intelligence efforts to inform strategic decision-making. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentorship of junior team members, all aimed at advancing IDEXX's strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze data to inform strategic decisions for the business.
• Manage high priority strategic projects, including adjacent market assessments and cross-functional initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, including competitive benchmarking, SWOT analysis, and industry trend analysis.
• Translate market insights and competitive intelligence into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Generate guidance materials to support strategic analyses and content development.
• Develop proactive and reactive strategies to address competitive threats and capitalize on market opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align strategies and drive execution.
• Mentor junior Corporate Strategy team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Experience working in a consulting firm preferred.
• Direct experience in corporate strategy, strategic planning, management consulting, or related roles, preferably in the healthcare or life sciences industry.
• Proven track record of leading strategic projects and initiatives.
• Strong understanding of strategic planning methodologies and frameworks.
• Ability to distill complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills for presenting findings to senior executives.
• Critical thinking skills to anticipate market trends and identify opportunities for business growth.
• Adaptability to changing resource requirements and creativity in sourcing resources.
• Experience in competitive intelligence, market analysis, or business intelligence preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package