Strategic Planning Director jobs in Nashville, TN

Business Overview

Genus strives to provide beef, dairy and pork producers with superior breeding stock to enable the production of affordable and nutritious animal protein for consumers.  PIC is the swine division with a mission to pioneer animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

PIC currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers.  We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe.  We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Role Overview

PIC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Genus, has an exciting opportunity! We are looking for an energetic Global Strategy Manager to help review, analyze, and set global strategy as well as track industry trends, evaluate market opportunities, and support PIC’s leadership team in executing those strategies. This position works with management across Genus, the parent company, and PIC to methodically review the Company’s strategic priorities, setting clear and measurable goals, and helping management to complete initiatives and achieve targets. The Global Strategy Manager also supports the evaluation of new business development opportunities and facilitates reviews as necessary by Genus executives and the Board of Directors.

The successful candidate is a critical thinker with the ability to analyze data, possibilities, solutions, and trade-offs as well as a big-picture innovator who can identify opportunities and is comfortable with ambiguity. The GSM takes ownership, has strong collaboration skills, and is a clear and influential communicator who builds effective relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. You must be able to work in a work in a fast-pace environment.

This position is an individual contributor role reporting to the PIC Global Finance Director but works closely with the broader PIC Leadership Team and the Genus Corporate Strategy team.  Relocation assistance is available.    

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the PIC’s long-term global strategy with input from key stakeholders from across all regions and functions.
• Lead regional and commercial managers through regular market opportunity reviews by assessing industry trends, competitive dynamics, analyses of strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/threats, and partnerships opportunities.
• Assist with developing presentations, business proposals, and white papers with cost and benefit analyses for review with the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors.
• Advise business leaders by providing strategic direction to identify and address business issues and opportunities.
• Work in collaboration with other business leaders to drive decisions based on data, financial modeling, facts, and analytical findings across the organization.
• Lead and execute ad-hoc strategy projects involving market research, external consultants, and internal cross-functional teams.

• Uphold the Genus / PIC core values, mission, and vision.
• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours, domestic and international travel.
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or other applicable degree program

• 3 years experience including
  • 2 years experience in management or strategic consulting role with a global firm
  • Experience working in a global matrix environment.
  • Previous strategy, SWOT analysis, and business/financial modeling experience.
  • Proven ability to perform complex analysis, with great attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated track record working with C-suite executives as well as global operating partners.
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Valid Passport with the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.