Senior Manager-Strategy & Research - Seattle, WA

$165,211 - 182,672 per year

This is a Hybrid role and consists of a combination of WFH In Person work

SSA Marine, a Blackstone portfolio company, is seeking a Senior Manager-Strategy & Research. This position will play a critical role in driving strategic initiatives by delivering comprehensive market analyses, identifying growth opportunities, and evaluating competitive dynamics. This position requires a data-driven and strategic thinker with the ability to synthesize complex information to support decision-making within SSA Marine/Carrix's global portfolio.

• Conduct in-depth market analyses at the terminal, port, and country levels to identify strengths, trends, and opportunities.
• Monitor economic, regulatory, and industry developments affecting the global shipping and terminal sectors.
• Develop actionable insights to inform business strategies.
• Evaluate organic and inorganic growth opportunities for their strategic fit within SSA Marine/Carrix's portfolio.
• Prepare business cases, including financial modeling and scenario analyses, for new investments, partnerships, or acquisitions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on growth priorities.
• Analyze competitive landscapes at terminal, port, regional, and international levels, focusing on terminal operators and shipping lines.
• Track competitor strategies, performance metrics, and market positioning.
• Provide insights to enhance SSA Marine/Carrix's competitive advantage.
• Participate in strategy initiatives, including portfolio reviews, long-term planning, and market entry assessments.
• Assist in the development of presentations and reports for executive leadership and board-level discussions.
• Support the broader strategy team with research and analytics.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, finance, and commercial teams, to align research efforts with organizational objectives.
• Engage with external partners, consultants, and industry bodies to gather data and insights.
• Continuously refine methodologies for market and competitive analysis to ensure accuracy, relevance, and impact.
• Stay informed about emerging tools and technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, that can enhance research or data analytics capabilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 6 years of experience in market research, finance and valuation, competitive analysis, strategy, and/or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.
• Background in the maritime, transportation, or logistics industry is required for this position. Experience working for a marine terminal operator preferred; additional experience working for a shipping line is a plus.
• Proven track record of supporting strategic decision-making with data-driven insights.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis or visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, in addition to English, is highly preferred.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and present clear recommendations.
• Familiarity with financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support research and stakeholder engagement.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Work Environment:

• Exposure to computer screens.
• The noise level in work environment is usually moderate.
• Required hybrid work schedule, at least 3 days/week in office.
• Required job duties are performed in a professional office environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, and vision insurance. Employees may also be covered by basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Full time employees will receive an employer contribution through the company retirement plans. Employees will also accrue up to 80 hours of sick leave, 120 hours of vacation, as well as 13 paid holidays, annually. Employees may also be eligible for up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty.