Senior Manager Portfolio Strategy & Analytics- Framingham, MA (Hybrid)

What this position is all about:

Staples US Retail is on a journey to establish itself as the destination for working and learning. We are looking for an analytical self-starter to drive results for the business. The Senior Manager, Portfolio Strategy & Analytics role supports two main objectives – Analytical lead for strategic go to market program development and results reporting to USR leadership -- through strong cross-functional partnership between several Staples Business Units (Portfolio, Merchandising, Pricing, Finance, Store Operations, Marketing and digital teams). As we look to reinvent business support, this person must act with agility and be comfortable with managing multiple priorities

This person will work in partnership with senior leadership to develop strategies designed for in year opportunities as well as multi-year growth. This requires analytical/quantitative skills, attention to detail and strong written communication skills.

 This person will serve as the analytical lead conducting strategic and ad-hoc analysis intended to deep-dive into results to identify issues and make recommendations on how to drive improvement in KPIs.  The individual who takes on this role will need to be able to establish strong cross-functional partnerships and manage multiple projects 

As the Senior Manager, Portfolio Strategy & Analytics, you will

• Lead development of materials to be used by leadership for decision-making
• Use strong analytical and financial skills to ensure the accuracy of the information being provided
• Manage key performance metrics - sales, margin, market share, traffic, conversion, average order value, NPS, etc 
• Monitor ongoing performance for initiatives relative to financial goals
• Manage strategic execution by providing clear, concise information on an ongoing basis
• Collaborate with business owners and cross-functional partners to support strategic initiatives and create a unified strategy, project plans, and implementation timelines
• Maintain alignment across diverse team, including Merchandising, Store Operations, Finance, Marketing, Digital & Pricing
• Manage cross-functional projects focused as needed involving key stakeholders from multiple departments (project teams often consisting of Director/VP/SVP level associates)
• Support leadership in development and implementation of strategy based on recommendations and research/data analytics
• Reevaluate past initiatives to suggest improvements/best-practices

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• 6 to 8 years' work experience in a project management 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of store retail; Digital experience preferred
• Strong analytical abilities, including extracting, organizing & summarizing data and drawing key insights
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and execute across multiple groups
• Strong proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel) 
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Can do attitude and interest in driving improvement and change
• Experience influencing change across various levels of organizations (Managing “up”)
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with stakeholders from various functional areas
• MBA preferred but not required

The world of working and learning has changed. This is your opportunity to be a part of a brand transformation and growth strategy within the retail industry. Staples is helping our customers and community discover innovative products, services, and inspiration that unlock what’s possible, while empowering you to unlock your potential. Our people are the heart of our success and there has never been a better time to join us as we lead the way in a new era of working and learning.

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