Strategy & Insights Lead

Company Description

Cumin Co. is a health-first cookware and kitchenware brand built for the modern Indian kitchen — blending design, material science, and innovation.

We are India’s first homegrown enamel-coated cast iron brand, backed by Fireside Ventures & Huddle Ventures. Our fast-growing portfolio spans cookware, bakeware, serveware, and kitchen appliances.

Everyday Healthware

Role Description

We're looking for a highly driven and analytical Strategy & Program Manager to join the Founder's Office. This role is ideal for a Tier-1 Indian MBA (ISB, IIM A/B/C) with 3-5 years of experience in management consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, EY, PwC, or KPMG). You'll work directly with the co-founders to solve high-impact problems, drive strategic initiatives, analyse data, and ensure excellence in execution. Think of this as an internal consulting + chief-of-staff hybrid role in a fast-growing D2C environment.

Key Responsibilities

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

• Break down ambiguous problems into structured approaches
• Conduct competitive and market research to inform strategy
• Evaluate business levers using first-principles thinking

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Analyze internal and external data to surface actionable insights
• Track performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and recommend interventions
• Build dashboards and reports to monitor business KPIs

Program & Project Management

• Lead high-priority cross-functional projects (e.g., GTM pilots, product launch readiness, ops enhancements)
• Drive collaboration across product, marketing, ops, and supply chain
• Ensure initiatives are on track, well-communicated, and outcome-oriented

Presentation & Communication

• Create crisp, compelling decks and internal documents to communicate ideas
• Synthesize complex data and ideas into executive-ready formats
• Assist founders with planning, prioritization, and alignment across teams

Requirements

• An MBA from Tier-1 Business School
• 3-5 years of post-MBA experience in strategy consulting or founder's office roles
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from data
• Excellent presentation skills and fluency in Excel and PowerPoint
• High ownership and ability to thrive in ambiguity
• Bonus: Passion for consumer products, kitchens, or design-first D2C brands

Perks & Benefits

• High-impact role with direct access to founders and senior leadership
• Opportunity to work across strategy, product, growth, and operations
• Fast-growing, mission-driven consumer brand shaping a $5B+ industry
• A collaborative team that values thoughtfulness, speed, and excellence