Prod Strategy & Operations Consultant

What you need to know about the role-

- We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Product Strategy & Operations Consultant to drive key elements of product strategy and operations within our global product organization. The ideal candidate will work closely with product leaders, cross-functional teams, and senior stakeholders to enhance strategic decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and ensure seamless product execution

Meet our team:-

GPS is being setup to drive global to local and local to global acceleration of products and needs someone with strategic mindset to help join the team to for market sensing and thinking through strategic areas of investment. The person will work with different leaders within GPS to frame the opportunity and approach for new product development.

Your day to day

• Market & Competitive Research:

  Review industry reports, competitor updates, and emerging trends to identify potential opportunities or risks.

• Performance Metrics Tracking:

  Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze product performance data, and prepare insights for leadership.

• Customer & User Insights:

  Review customer feedback, survey responses, and product usage data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

• Presentation Preparation:

  Develop reports, presentations, and strategy decks to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership. Update internal documentation and strategy playbooks to ensure alignment across teams.

• Industry Updates:

  Stay up to date with the latest industry news and market shifts that could impact product strategy.

Your way to impact

What do you need to bring-

Product Strategy:

• Strategic Planning:

  Contribute to the formulation and execution of product strategy by analyzing market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs.

• Market and Competitive Analysis:

  Conduct in-depth research on emerging trends, competitive positioning, and opportunities for differentiation.

• Data-Driven Insights:

  Leverage data analytics, customer feedback, and industry research to inform strategic product decisions.

• Strategic Roadmap Support:

  Collaborate with product managers and leadership to define and prioritize initiatives that align with business goals.

• Metrics & Performance Tracking:

  Define and monitor key product and operational metrics (KPIs), ensuring data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:

  MBA from tier 1 college.

• Experience:

  At least 4-6 years of relevant experience in product strategy, product operations, management consulting, or a similar role in a technology or product-driven organization. Overall 8+ Yrs industrial experience is required.

• Analytical Thinking:

  Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

• Stakeholder Management:

  Ability to work with senior leaders, influence decision-making, and drive cross-functional collaboration.

• Communication & Presentation:

  Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex topics for various audiences.

• Tools & Technologies:

  Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau, Looker), workflow management platforms, and product management tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a global or multi-market environment.
• Previous work in a product-led company or experience in management consulting firms focusing on product strategy or operations