Management Associate – Business Operations & Strategy

The Management Associate will work closely with senior management to support strategic initiatives business research operational coordination process improvement and business development activities across multiple business sectors. The role requires a highly analytical technology-savvy and proactive professional capable of conducting market research managing projects supporting commercial activities and providing actionable business insights to support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Business Research & Strategic Analysis

• Conduct market industry competitor technology and country-level research.
• Analyze emerging market trends technologies and business opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives partnerships acquisitions and expansion opportunities.
• Prepare management reports executive summaries and business recommendations.
• Monitor industry developments and provide insights to support business decision-making.

Business Operations & Project Coordination

• Develop and maintain business trackers dashboards databases and reporting systems.
• Track ongoing projects business opportunities and management action items.
• Coordinate with internal departments customers suppliers and technology partners.
• Ensure timely follow-up reporting and closure of pending actions.
• Support project execution through effective coordination and communication.

Business Systems & Process Improvement

• Evaluate and recommend CRM platforms project management systems and digital tools.
• Develop structured workflows reporting mechanisms and process improvements.
• Support implementation and optimization of business systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through technology and automation.

Customer & Commercial Support

• Assist in preparing quotations proposals presentations and commercial documentation.
• Coordinate customer communications and follow-up activities.
• Support business development initiatives and strategic sales activities.
• Assist management in evaluating commercial opportunities and partnerships.

Presentation & Documentation

• Prepare professional PowerPoint presentations for customers management investors and partners.
• Develop business reports meeting minutes project documentation and executive summaries.
• Maintain organized document management systems and digital repositories.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of business documentation.

Business Development & Growth Initiatives

• Research new products technologies and market opportunities aligned with company growth objectives.
• Evaluate potential partners technology providers and investment opportunities.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and market intelligence studies.
• Support management in identifying opportunities across manufacturing industrial engineering technology and emerging sectors.
• Prepare strategic recommendations based on research findings and market analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Business Administration Commerce Economics Management or a related field.
• 25 years of experience in business operations research project coordination business analysis consulting executive support or business development.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Word and Outlook.
• Experience in manufacturing industrial engineering technology consulting or related sectors will be an advantage.
• Experience working with CRM systems project management tools or business intelligence platforms is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Business Research & Market Analysis
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint Skills
• Project Coordination & Task Management
• Business Reporting & Presentation Development
• Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
• CRM & Business Systems Knowledge
• Data Analysis & Business Intelligence
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
• Commercial Awareness & Business Development
• Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
• High Attention to Detail & Accuracy
• Organizational & Time Management Skills
• Ability to Work Independently and Manage Multiple Priorities
• Proficiency in AI Tools such as ChatGPT Gemini Claude and similar platforms
• Curiosity and Willingness to Learn New Industries Technologies and Business Models

Key Success Measures

• Quality and accuracy of business research and analysis.
• Timely completion of management reports and strategic recommendations.
• Effective coordination of projects and business initiatives.
• Successful implementation of business systems and process improvements.
• Quality of presentations proposals and management documentation.
• Contribution to business development growth opportunities and strategic initiatives.
• Effective stakeholder communication and follow-up management.