Associate Director of Strategy and Project Management

Here at Swarovski, our people sparkle just as much as our products. Come and join us as an Associate Director of Strategy and Project Management where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team with dynamic strengths. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us.

You will be responsible for orchestrating the implementation of the Sparkle Up/US Repositioning Strategy across the US/North America organization to ensure brand and business objectives are met. This includes all strategic initiatives as well as projects to help sustainably drive the CGB business in North America and win in a challenging and competitive market environment. 

ABOUT THE JOB

• Responsible for developing in conjunction with the central strategy team a strategy performance review system, with clear KPIs and monitoring mechanism to track progress across the different strategic initiatives and projects of the Sparkle Up Strategy
• Responsible for continuously analyzing key opportunities and threats based on market and consumer insights and developing solutions with key stakeholders to support strategic decision making among Management Board members and Market Cluster MD
• Communicate and escalate (if necessary) any potential roadblocks towards the execution of M strategy to the Market Cluster MD as well as propose solutions where adaptation of the strategy might be necessary
• Establish a network of key stakeholders in CGB but also with external partners and displays lateral leadership to accomplish organizational goals, identify opportunities and resolve key challenges
• Foster commitment to the implementation of the strategy through active collaboration across the entire organization, clear communication and facilitation of decision making
• Support the MD / Market Cluster in the development of any business cases of strategic relevance and works closely with Controlling as well as other central and local departments to align and facilitate implementation on the plans
• Work with the Controlling teams and key stakeholders across the entire organization to ensure strategy plans in North America are also considered and potentially already embedded in the short- to mid-term plans to enable the strategic plans to come to life
• Provide strategy consultancy support to core leadership members and the MD Market Cluster and acts as communication bridge towards the Management Board team but also provides feedback on key decisions to the Market cluster team
• Support on any other key strategic assignment / project as aligned with the MD Market Cluster

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a motivated talent, who brings along the following background:

• 8+ years of professional experience including 3+ years in a similar strategy development role in the Consumer Goods Business / Fashion business or in a top tier strategy consulting firm
• Strong strategic skills and 360 business acumen (brand, marketing, consumer, sales, finance, marketing, supply, HR)
• Strong consumer orientation and knowledge of the consumers, behaviors, culture, lifestyle and trends
• Ability to link strategic and operational perspectives to ensure proper strategy execution
• Experience and expertise in solving complex problems either with limited or with large amounts of information
• Resilient with ambiguity and complex business situations; forceful, persuasive, influencing and outspoken
• Proven execution skills (pragmatic, innovative, open to change) and exceptional communication skills
• Effective stakeholder management, builds commitment and trust, influences others positively

ABOUT SWAROVSKI

Swarovski is a family-run company, founded more than 120 years ago in Wattens, Austria. We are leading group of global companies committed to stable growth and maintaining our place at the forefront of design, creativity, and technological innovation.

Working for Swarovski is more than just a job. You will work for a groundbreaking, modern, premium brand, which is globally known for its quality and creativity. We place people at the heart of our business and offer global pay programs, supported by a range of local benefits. In addition, we provide rich development opportunities which recognize and reward the brilliant contributions of our passionate individuals and teams who contribute to the success of our company – sparkling every day.

Whether you are just starting your career or celebrating an existing one, we invite you to make your own mark on Swarovski’s rich history. Grow your own career through our blended learning and development programs. Learning opportunities are everywhere at Swarovski and will help you grow and develop your own career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

Swarovski is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and will take Affirmative Action in those appropriate employment situations. All employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, age, national or ancestral origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status and disability.