Strategy Manager shaping MGID’s multi-year strategy for its global native advertising platform. Evaluating products, markets, investments, and cross-functional execution priorities.
Responsibilities
Lead identification and articulation of MGID’s overall strategy and strategic direction for the next 3–5 years
Evaluate strategic perspectives for products and portfolios, including market exposure, competitive dynamics, and growth potential
Embed customer-centric frameworks into strategic planning, prioritization, and roadmap decisions
Lead evaluations of investment opportunities, including new products, markets, partnerships, and M&A
Prepare business cases with clear financial impact assessments
Own and evolve company evaluation models, including DCF, NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis
Support accelerators and corporate venture initiatives to identify and select startup investments
Cascade corporate strategy into granular projects and initiatives
Work with the CPO, CRO, and BI Director on prioritization, resourcing, and sequencing
Define KPIs and performance frameworks for strategy implementation and outcomes
Establish governance and reporting routines for strategic workstreams
Monitor progress, adapt plans, and recommend corrective actions
Conduct market, competitor, and customer analysis
Facilitate scenario planning and stress testing
Present strategic recommendations and status updates to senior leadership
Requirements
10+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, or related roles within international tech scale-ups or high-growth environments
Ad-tech or programmatic advertising experience is a strong plus
Proven track record in a top-tier consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Big Four strategy practices) or equivalent strategic role in a tech company
Hands-on experience preparing and presenting successful strategic cases with visible internal impact
Strong financial modeling skills, including DCF, NPV, and IRR valuation methods
Ability to build and maintain investment models in Excel
Experience working cross-functionally with product, commercial, data/BI, and operations leaders
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence senior audiences and drive alignment across geographies
Self-starter mindset and ability to operate as an individual contributor
Ability to design strategy and execute hands-on
Benefits
Openness, transparency, and a shared drive for excellence
Dynamic, people-first environment
Opportunity to shape the future of digital advertising
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