Lead, drive and monitor structured strategy execution across BU, functions and accounts. This is a tactical role which contributes to defining the direction of the operating plans based on the business strategy, with a significant mid-term impact on business unit ‘s overall results.
Purpose - Broad objective of the role
Size and Scope of Role - No. of direct reports
Size and Scope of Role - Total team size
Minimum qualification & experience
Bachelor’s and/or equivalent experience. MBA or equivalent preferred
5-12 years of relevant experience
Direct domain experience(sales/products) or consulting experience with technology services companies.
Other knowledge/skills
Proven record of coupling business acumen with technology knowledge, to understand business challenges
Able to translate business information to provide insights to formulate and drive strategy and solutions
Excellent Communicator and Collaborator
Strong understanding of latest trends in enterprise networking space, including the competitive landscape Tata Communications operates within.
Excellent program management skills
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities -
Review external market scenario ; conduct analytics on current market trends, assimilate analyst reports and provide relevant information to the business.
Conduct competitor benchmarking related to financial performance and operational aspects such as network spends, customer segment base etc. Review performance factors such as product-mix, sales-ECV/MRC ratios, target-actual revenue nos. etc.
Conduct industry analysis and scenario development, business case for new region/products/service entry strategy, value proposition analysis, competitor analysis, go to market strategy.
Prioritize operational areas that need intervention in an immediate 6-12 month period.
Design and develop strategic frameworks , define levers to drive growth, list several business options taking into account the stakeholder feedback
Build a detailed roadmap along with business teams and advise BU teams on strategic implications of different steps being considered.
Work with various functional teams across business to ensure that an actionable project deployment plan is build
Lead the program governance- Ensure it takes into account all quantitative and operational factors, meets financial targets. Monitor adherence to timelines, scope and budget as defined in project plan and take corrective actions if required
Lead as well as facilitate the process for evaluation of MandA opportunities. Evaluate and research the external environment to identify potential current and future risks and opportunities
Drive innovation across the organization by developing partnerships with external organizations and leading internal innovation initiatives for incubating ideas