The Senior Manager –Data Analysis is a strategic and analytical leader responsible for driving organizational effectiveness through robust business planning, performance management frameworks, KPI governance, and data-driven decision support. The role bridges strategy and operations, translating executive priorities into measurable plans and holding functions accountable to delivery commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the annual and multi-year business planning cycle, coordinating inputs across functions and consolidating into an integrated operational plan.
- Design, implement, and continuously improve performance management frameworks, KPIs, OKRs, and balanced scorecards.
- Develop and maintain executive dashboards and management reporting packs, providing timely and accurate performance insights to senior leadership.
- Identify performance gaps, root causes, and improvement opportunities through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Partner with department heads to set performance targets, monitor progress, and drive corrective actions where required.
- Lead cross-functional planning workshops and strategic review sessions (monthly/quarterly/annual).
- Manage the risk and issue escalation process linked to performance delivery.
- Develop and coach a high-performing team of planning and performance analysts.
- Support organisational transformation and change management initiatives with structured planning and tracking frameworks.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field (required).- Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) from a reputable institution (preferred).
- 8–12 years of progressive experience in strategy, planning, performance management, or management consulting.
- Prior experience in a top-tier management consulting firm (MBB / Big 4 Strategy) strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in data visualisation and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel advanced modelling).
- Demonstrated experience building KPI frameworks, reporting systems, and business planning processes from the ground up.
Competencies
- Strategic thinking and structured problem-solving.
- Executive communication and stakeholder management.
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
- Team leadership and talent development.
- Drive for results and accountability.
- Adaptability in complex, fast-paced environments.