Assistant Manager - Business Excellence & Operations Strategy (Agritech)

Job description
Position Overview
This role drives business growth, market strategy, and operational excellence, bridging marketing, business development, and execution strategy. The position involves developing go-to-market plans, optimizing operations, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance performance. It requires cross-functional collaboration with leadership, operations, and country teams to implement high-impact initiatives.
Ideal for someone with a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute data-driven strategies that align marketing, business development, and operational excellence to drive sustainable growth.
Leverage market research and competitive analysis to identify business opportunities, optimize go-to-market strategies, and mitigate risks.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with product, operations, and leadership teams to implement high-impact programs that enhance efficiency and scalability.
Design and execute farmer engagement initiatives to strengthen customer relationships, improve retention, and expand market reach.
Establish and track key performance metrics (KPIs) to measure the success of business initiatives, marketing campaigns, and operational processes.
Drive process optimization and operational excellence by implementing structured problem-solving approaches and best practices.
Ensure seamless execution of marketing and business strategies by aligning efforts with company goals, profitability targets, and market dynamics.
Manage multiple high-priority projects with ownership and accountability, ensuring timely delivery and measurable impact.
Foster strategic partnerships both internally and externally to enhance market positioning, drive business growth, and scale operations effectively.
Adapt to a fast-paced startup environment, balancing agility with strategic execution to deliver long-term value.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
2+ years (MBA) or 4+ years (non-MBA) experience in marketing, business development, or strategy execution.
Proven expertise in go-to-market strategies, business growth, and data-driven decision-making.
Startup experience preferred; agritech exposure is a plus but not mandatory.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and execution abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of agricultural markets and farmer engagement strategies is highly desirable.
Proven experience in driving digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
Proficiency in data analytics tools and CRM platforms.