Manager, Business Strategy

About the role

Responsible for supporting the Managing Director in his concurrent role as Business Strategy Head by providing strategic planning, business analysis, market sensing, project coordination and management reporting support for the Business Group. The incumbent helps translate business priorities into actionable plans, supports cross-functional initiatives and provides timely insights to improve decision-making, competitiveness and operational sustainability.

Key responsibilities

Support the Managing Director in developing, tracking and reviewing Business Group strategic priorities

Prepare business review materials, management updates, Board/EXCO inputs and strategy papers using accurate operational, financial and market information

Maintain a consolidated view of strategic initiatives, key milestones, risks, dependencies and follow-up actions across the Business Group

Conduct market research, competitor scans and customer trend analysis relevant to YRI's existing and potential business lines

Provide concise insights on market opportunities, tender pipelines, customer demand, pricing trends and sector developments

Coordinate cross-functional strategic projects involving Kitchen, Bakery, Services, Commercial Operations, Technical Services and Corporate Services

Track project progress, prepare dashboards and highlight issues requiring Managing Director attention

Support productivity, business transformation, digitalisation and cost-optimisation initiatives

Assist in preparing business cases for new opportunities, partnerships, investments and operating model changes

Support tender strategy by consolidating operational inputs, costing assumptions, market information and risk considerations

About you

Degree or Diploma in Business, Economics, Finance, Operations Management, Marketing, Data Analytics or related discipline

At least 2 to 4 years of experience in business analysis, strategy support, project coordination, market research, operations planning or commercial support

Experience in manufacturing, food services, logistics, social enterprise or government-linked organisations is advantageous

Business analysis, market research, report writing, presentation development and project tracking skills

Able to interpret operational and financial data and translate findings into clear recommendations

Strong written and verbal communication skills with good stakeholder coordination ability

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and basic dashboard/reporting tools

Demonstrates accountability, analytical thinking, initiative, adaptability, teamwork and sound judgement.

Yellow Ribbon Industries Pte Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yellow Ribbon Singapore that provides laundry and linen management services, food and business solutions, and transitional residential programme.