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The Coca-Cola Company Senior Director, Strategic Growth in Shanghai, China
OU: GCM OU Manager: OU Strategy VP Job Grade: CF-C Location: Shanghai Role Type: Individual Contributor Language: Fluent English & Mandarin Relocation Provided: limited relocation available (domestic location), we encourage all GCM employees to apply to internal position Please note: This role is not a fully remote position. The selected candidate will need to be based in Shanghai and follow our hybrid work setup Role PurposeThis restructured role focuses on enterprise performance governance, strategic diagnostics, Long-term strategy and business continuity, leveraging long-term economic, demographic and industry insights through the lens of MBR and performance reviews. The role acts as an independent strategic challenger to the OU leadership team, supporting decision-making on performance, risk and long-term ambition realization. What You'll Do for Us:Lead Enterprise Performance ReviewFully lead the end-to-end Monthly Business Review (MBR) process for the OU, including agenda setting, analytical deep dives, performance diagnostics and content development. Identify critical bottlenecks in strategy execution, partner with Integrated Insights to unpack the most complex issues raised by OU leadership, and provide clear, fact-based recommendations. Long Range Plan (LRP)Leverage long-term economic, demographic and industry insights to assess the robustness of the OU's long-term vision, strategy and growth algorithm. Provide strategic perspectives and challenges on business model sustainability and long-term ambition realization. Business Continuity & Disruption AssessmentIdentify major disruptions and risks along the growth path, including global, China and industry-level developments. Develop strategic assessments and contingency considerations to support business continuity, and communicate implications and recommendations to the OU President and leadership team. LRP to ABP Translation - Organizational & Capability LensPartner with Finance to support the translation from LRP to ABP, contributing strategic thinking not only on business and financial performance, but also on organizational design, capability gaps, process transformation and change management implications. Enterprise Transformation & In-House Consulting SupportAct as an in-house consultant and independent thinker to support enterprise-level transformation efforts, in partnership with Category, Channel and Franchise BD teams. Provide analytical support, strategic diagnostics and performance-based insights to inform transformation priorities. Global Strategy Network InterfaceServe as the liaison to the global strategy network, bringing relevant best practices, benchmarks and external perspectives from Global and other OUs to enrich local performance discussions, strategic diagnostics and risk assessments. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned, in response to evolving business needs and market dynamics Requirements & QualificationsAbove 10 years of experience in strategy, performance management, business planning, finance, consulting or related enterprise-level roles, with demonstrated experience in business performance review, diagnostics, and executive decision support. Proven experience working in complex, matrixed organizations, preferably within FMCG or similarly fast-moving consumer-driven industries. Hands-on experience leading MBR / business performance reviews, strategic deep dives, or enterprise-level problem solving is strongly preferred. Experience supporting LRP and ABP processes, with exposure to organizational, capability or change-related considerations beyond pure business planning. What We Can Do for You:Strategic Impact: Play a key role in driving business growth in Greater China and Mongolia through long-range planning and strategic projects. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with multiple departments and bottling partners to execute impactful initiatives. Leadership Opportunities: Lead strategic planning efforts and bring your strategic documents to life through execution and iteration. Professional Development: Enhance your strategic thinking, cross-functional knowledge, and leadership skills in a dynamic and inclusive environment.Top of Form Career Growth: Unlock opportunities for career advancement and personal growth through continuous learning and diverse project involvement. Agile Methodology, Collaborative Leadership, Communication, Decision Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Long Term Planning, Microsoft Office, Process Improvements, Researching, Stakeholder Management, Storytelling, Tactical Planning, Waterfall ModelLocation(s):ChinaCity/Cities:ShanghaiTravel Required:00% - 25%Relocation Provided:NoJob Posting End Date:April 11, 2026Shift:Our Purpose and Growth Culture:We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision (https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/purpose-and-vision) to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
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