Business Strategy Manager- Pro

Job Summary

The Business Strategy Manager – Pro plays a critical role in driving data-informed decision-making and enabling commercial success across the organization. This role combines advanced analytics, strategic storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration to identify growth opportunities, reduce operational friction, and improve overall business performance.

About the Role

This role partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Category teams to translate data into actionable insights, support commercial execution, and influence strategic direction.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales performance, category trends, pricing, and promotional effectiveness to identify growth opportunities
• Develop and maintain recurring business reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking tools
• Maintain and continuously improve reporting tools, templates, and processes
• Support CRM data integrity, pipeline tracking, and sales planning processes
• Prepare materials for sales meetings, retailer presentations, and leadership updates
• Develop executive-level PowerPoint presentations, sales decks, and strategic reports
• Translate complex data into clear, concise insights with actionable recommendations
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and communication across customer and commercial initiatives
• Support forecasting and demand planning activities through data analysis and trend identification

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5–8+ years of experience in business analytics, sales strategy, category management, or commercial operations
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
• Experience working with retailer or syndicated data (e.g., Nielsen, IRI/Circana) preferred
• Advanced PowerPoint and storytelling capabilities required

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Organizational and project management capabilities
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional influence
• Results-oriented with a focus on driving business performance
• Operational Equipment Computer Work Environment and Physical Demands

Benefits

The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.