Corporate Strategy Associate

Corporate Strategy Associate

Department: Corporate Strategy

Reports To: Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy

Location: Wendell, NC

Position Status: Full-time

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

Management Level: Non-management

JOB SUMMARY

The Corporate Strategy Associate will play a key role in driving company-wide strategic initiatives, managing performance through KPIs, and building a data-driven management system. This role is responsible for delivering actionable insights, improving operational efficiency, and supporting executive decision-making through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB

1. KPI Management & Business Performance

• Own the development, tracking, and reporting of company-wide KPIs (e.g., sales, operating profit)
• Analyze performance against targets and identify key gaps, risks, and opportunities
• Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to improve business performance
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and executive-level reporting materials

2. Strategic Initiative Execution

• Drive the planning and execution of key corporate strategic initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and KPIs
• Track initiative progress and proactively address risks or delays
• Support program management and ensure successful delivery of strategic priorities

3. Data-Driven Management & Data Infrastructure

• Contribute to building and enhancing a data-driven management system
• Lead data consolidation efforts across functions (Sales, Warranty, Parts, Dealer, Marketing, etc.)
• Support data warehouse initiatives and improve data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility
• Identify opportunities to leverage data for better decision-making

4. Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies in business processes and recommend improvement solutions
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational workflows and management controls
• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase organizational efficiency and productivity

5. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with HQ and local teams to ensure alignment on priorities and performance
• Facilitate communication and coordination across departments
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of key management information

6. Executive Support & Strategic Planning

• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and strategic materials for senior leadership
• Provide data-driven insights to support executive decision-making
• Track and drive key corporate priorities across the organization

7. Analytical & Reporting

• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Translate complex data into clear insights and business recommendations
• Support data-driven decision-making across the organization

EDUCATIONAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Statistics, or related field
• 0–3 years of experience in strategy, consulting, business operations, or data analysis (internship experience included)
• Strong interest in corporate strategy, business operations, and data-driven management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) for data analysis, workflow automation, and productivity improvement
• Experience or strong interest in data tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau)
• Familiarity with CRM/ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, SAP) is a plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Bilingual (English/Korean) is a plus