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Director of Retail Strategy & Scaling

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
Work from: 
Alabama (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or related field; masters preferred., 10 years' experience in strategic consulting, retail technology, or leadership within the retail sector..

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop tailored retail strategies using technology.
  • Lead Joint Business Planning with key clients to enhance technology adoption and operational integration.
  • Design initiatives for rapid client adoption and optimize technology use for value realization.
  • Equip sales teams with industry insights and guide organization on retail trends.
  • Manage technology expansion within client operations and weave tech into strategic priorities.
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51 - 200 Employees
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Job description

The Director of Retail Strategy & Scaling is a key leadership role at Simbe, dedicated to driving the integration and operational optimization of Simbe’s advanced robotics and AI technologies within the retail industry. This role involves a strategic blend of advisory services, executive-client relationship management, and internal collaboration to align tailored solutions that address specific retail challenges and maximize ROI. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic partner to senior retail executives, fostering trusted relationships and leading transformative initiatives that align with both Simbe’s technology capabilities and our client’s strategic goals.

Strategic Retail Operations Advisory:
  • Facilitate a comprehensive consultative process to understand client-specific challenges and objectives, developing tailored retail strategies that optimize using Simbe’s technology.
  • Provide strategic advisory services to senior client executives, focusing on integrating Simbe’s technology within their existing operational frameworks to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develop change management programs that support the adoption of technology, streamline operational changes, and enhance employee engagement.

  • Client Strategy Development:
  • Lead Joint Business Planning sessions with key clients to create strategic roadmaps that enhance technology adoption and operational integration.
  • Drive the prioritization of use cases and the development of capability roadmaps that are aligned with clients' long-term strategic goals.

  • Business Case Development and Value Realization:
  • Utilize business casing to design initiatives that accelerate client adoption, optimizing the use of Simbe’s technologies for rapid value
  • Establish robust performance metrics to evaluate and communicate the impact of Simbe’s solutions on client operations, linking technology implementation directly to business outcomes.

  • Commercial Enablement:
  • Equip Simbe’s sales and marketing teams with deep industry insights, empowering them to effectively communicate the benefits and value of Simbe’s offerings.
  • Act as a thought leader, guiding the broader organization on retail industry trends and best practices.

  • Client-Centric Expansion and Scalability:
  • Manage the expansion of Simbe’s technology within client operations, adapting implementation strategies to achieve aligned outcomes and phasing.
  • Help clients weave Simbe’s technology into their overarching strategic priorities, addressing overlapping initiatives and guiding significant operational changes beyond mere technology implementation.

  • Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field; masters preferred.
  • 10 years’ experience in strategic consulting, retail technology, or a leadership role within the retail sector, with a proven track record in retail or consumer goods sectors.
  • Expertise in digital transformation projects, with an emphasis on integrating new technologies into established retail operations.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, capable of conceptualizing and implementing innovative solutions that address complex business challenges.
  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with and influencing senior executives and building strong professional relationships.
  • Experience in managing cross-functional teams and multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Demonstrated success in managing large-scale projects and client relationships.
  • This role requires significant travel, with the expectation of being on-site with clients 40-60% of the time to effectively manage projects and stakeholder relationships.
  • Why Join Us: At Simbe, you will be at the forefront of retail innovation, working with cutting-edge AI and robotics technologies to transform retail operations. Our culture is dynamic, inclusive, and driven by a passion for improving the way retailers operate and serve their customers. Join us to be a part of a team that is not only reshaping the future of retail but also offering immense value to our clients worldwide.

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    Level of experience: Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
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