Strategic Initiatives Professional

The Strategic Initiatives Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the Director, GBS Manila & Global Procurement Operations. This position is responsible for managing the implementation and tracking of the Global Business Services' (GBS) strategic plan while serving as a lead project manager for high-priority initiatives.

This individual ensures that both long-term strategic goals and short-term projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within scope. Strong cross-functional collaboration, exceptional organizational skills, and a commitment to equity-centered work are essential requirements for this role.

Main Responsibilities:

• Strategic Plan Implementation & Monitoring
  • Supports the development and prioritization of strategic ideas and provides early facilitation of concepts.
  • Oversees the rollout and integration of the strategic plan across all functions and programs.
  • Develops and maintains tools and systems for tracking strategic priorities, KPIs, and progress toward goals.
  • Coordinates quarterly strategic progress updates for leadership, GPOs, and functional leads.
  • Identifies roadblocks or misalignments and makes recommendations for course correction.
  • Coordinates connections and collaboration across the leadership team to ensure alignment of key processes, programs, and activities.
• Project Management
  • Manages cross-departmental projects that advance strategic priorities, such as new program launches, internal process improvements, and infrastructure initiatives.
  • Develops project scope, timelines, work plans, and communication plans.
  • Tracks milestones and deliverables; leads regular project check-ins and update relevant stakeholders.
  • Supports teams in meeting deadlines, staying on budget, and achieving project outcomes.
• Internal Collaboration & Communication
  • Serves as a key connector across departments to break down silos and promote shared ownership of strategic initiatives.
  • Facilitates meetings, working groups, and planning sessions tied to strategic goals or complex projects.
  • Partners with the leadership team to define, prepare, and communicate organizational plans and strategies.
  • Improves current processes and coordinates organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity.
  • Partners with leadership to deliver, monitor, and communicate progress on key organizational metrics, processes, and programs.
  • SUPPORTS LEADERSHIP TEAM IN MEETINGS BY SETTING AGENDAS, RECORDING MINUTES AND ASSUMING RESPONSIBILITY FOR FOLLOW UP AND COMPLETION OF ACTION ITEMS.
  • SUPPORTS THE LEADERSHIP TEAM IN THE PREPARATION OF KEY MEETINGS AND EXECUTIVE PRESENTATIONS.
  • Provides clear and timely communication around priorities, responsibilities, and timelines.
• Data & Evaluation
  • Collaborates with the leadership team and other members of GBS staff to collect, analyze, and report on key performance indicators.
  • Designs dashboards and reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency and informed decision-making.
  • Translates data into actionable insights to guide continuous improvement.
  • Analyzes and reports performance based on strategies and business goals and identifies areas needing improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • SUPPORTS INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION OF STRATEGIC PLANS AND KEY ORGANIZATIONAL INITIATIVES.
  • Partners with the GPO community through listening efforts, strategic planning cycles, and engagement of board and partner stakeholders.
  • Assists in the leadership and management of new business and operations processes throughout the organization.

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field of study. An MBA is considered a strong asset.
• 10+ years' experience working for a multinational, preferably US-headquartered organization.
• Over 5 years of experience in project management, business strategy execution, people leadership, and management within a GBS/Shared Service environment.
• Proven success in project management, role planning, and leading strategic initiatives. Certification in Project Management or a Certified Six Sigma Blackbelt are considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communicator in written and verbal form, with a strong focus on interdepartmental communication.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to conduct data analysis, draw relevant conclusions, develop recommendations, and drive changes.
• Proven ability to develop and lead the implementation of strategy and operational plans to a successful outcome.
• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to understand and interpret a variety of financial reports.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, independent environment and juggle multiple ongoing projects, responsibilities, and relationships.
• Ability to think and act creatively, championing and promoting new ideas that contribute to the goals of the organization.
• Ability to lead and manage through ambiguity and work independently with minimal direction.
• Technical understanding of how AI and digitization tools will assist in process efficiencies across the organization.

• Guaranteed 14th Month Pay
• Above-market Retirement Plan Design
• LinkedIn Learning Access
• Established Performance Incentive Program
• HMO coverage for employees on day 1 (with pandemic coverage)
• Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents
• Educational Assistance

• Relationship building - The ability to build rapport, understanding and trust with all key stakeholders through ongoing dialogue and delivering results.
• Communication - A proven ability to communicate with stakeholders across the organization, including active listening to understand multiple viewpoints and their relevance to the success of GBS strategic initiatives.
• Conflict management - Understands organizational