Head of Strategic Growth & Planning

An exciting Head of Strategic Growth & Planning (x 1 vacancy) job has just become available at one of the leading entertainment hub based in Bangkok. Reporting directly to the General Manager this is a role for a Buiness Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Planning strategist who is a leader in their field

Head of Strategic Growth and Planning

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Bangkok

Keywords: collaborative, supportive leadership, flexible working opportunities, inclusive, dependable, knowledgeable, training opportunities, generous pensions contributions

A leading organisation in Bangkok is seeking a Head of Strategic Growth and Planning to become the architect of its future direction. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape long-term strategies, translate complex data into actionable insights, and guide the business towards sustainable success. You will be at the heart of decision-making, connecting vision with execution, and ensuring every department moves forward together.

• Shape the future direction of a major organisation by crafting comprehensive long-term strategies that drive real business results and sustainable growth.
• Work closely with senior leaders across all departments, fostering a collaborative environment where your insights guide key decisions and unite teams behind shared goals.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous pension contributions, and continuous professional development opportunities designed to support your career advancement.

What you'll do:

As Head of Strategic Growth and Planning, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s future by developing robust strategies that turn high-level ambitions into actionable roadmaps. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve analysing vast amounts of data to uncover valuable insights, conducting thorough market research to stay ahead of industry trends, and monitoring the health of ongoing initiatives. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders across all levels—breaking down silos and ensuring everyone is aligned with the company’s vision. By translating complex information into clear recommendations for leadership, you will empower confident decision-making while championing key projects that drive growth. Success in this role requires not only technical expertise but also exceptional interpersonal skills; your ability to foster cooperation among teams will be crucial in achieving shared goals.

• Develop comprehensive long-term strategies that transform organisational vision into tangible outcomes through detailed planning and direction.
• Analyse historical data and real-time metrics to uncover hidden opportunities, ensuring every recommendation is backed by intelligence rather than intuition.
• Conduct deep-dive market research including competitive analysis and trend forecasting (SWOT) to identify new areas for growth before competitors react.
• Monitor performance metrics rigorously, evaluating the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and pivoting approaches as needed to ensure optimal results.
• Act as a diplomatic bridge between diverse departments, aligning stakeholders from executive leadership to frontline teams around common objectives.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Strategic Growth and Planning, you will bring extensive experience in financial planning within fast-moving consumer goods or technology sectors where finance plays a central role in shaping business decisions. Your background should include hands-on proficiency with advanced analytics platforms—enabling you to interpret complex datasets efficiently—and ideally some knowledge of SQL for deeper data exploration.

• At least seven years’ experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Commercial Finance or Business Controlling within FMCG, Retail or technology-driven businesses where finance drives decision-making.
• Proficiency in modern Business Intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau or Looker; comfortable working with large datasets to extract meaningful insights.
• Solid understanding of SQL is highly advantageous for handling complex data queries and supporting advanced analytics needs.
• Demonstrated ability to challenge senior stakeholders constructively using data-driven arguments when evaluating investments or strategic opportunities.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where collaboration is at the core of everything they do. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions designed for long-term security.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a transformative role where your expertise shapes the future direction of a major organisation—and you thrive on collaboration—this is your moment to shine.

Apply today by clicking on the link below; seize this opportunity to join an inclusive team committed to supporting your professional journey.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551