EEMEA Strategy Realization Lead

Head of Strategy & Commercial Operations, EEMEA We are currently seeking an exceptional EEMEA Strategy Realization Lead to help shape regional priorities and translate strategy into measurable business impact across one of the company’s most dynamic and diverse regions. This is a high‑visibility leadership role for a top talent who combines strategic thinking, execution excellence, and strong influence skills. The role reports as Chief of Staff to the Regional President, EEMEA, with a strong dotted‑line partnership to the Head of Strategy & Commercial Operations, EEMEA. You will work closely with the Regional President, EEMEA Leadership Team, and market leaders to ensure priorities are clear, resources are focused, and execution is accelerated. This is more than a staff role – it is a unique opportunity to operate at the center of regional leadership, help shape decisions, and build capabilities that drive long‑term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Growth Agenda:
Partner with the Regional President, Head of Strategy & Commercial Operations, and LT to shape and continuously refine the EEMEA strategic agenda.
Strategy & Growth Agenda:
Translate strategic priorities into clear action plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Strategy & Growth Agenda:
Identify growth opportunities, risks, and cross‑market levers to accelerate performance.
Strategy Execution & Operating Rhythm:
Drive disciplined execution of regional priorities through strong governance, QBRs, scorecards, OKRs, and follow‑through.
Strategy Execution & Operating Rhythm:
Ensure the right sponsorship, resources, and accountability are in place.
Strategy Execution & Operating Rhythm:
Track progress and proactively elevate barriers to delivery.
Chief of Staff to the Regional President:
Serve as a trusted thought partner to the President on priorities, decisions, messaging, and stakeholder management.
Chief of Staff to the Regional President:
Prepare the President for key internal and external engagements.
Chief of Staff to the Regional President:
Represent the President in selected forums as delegated.
Chief of Staff to the Regional President:
Coordinate and participate in country reviews/visits with LT.
Chief of Staff to the Regional President:
Develop appropriate visuals for LT meetings / HQ visits.
Leadership Team Effectiveness:
Shape impactful LT agendas focused on decisions, priorities, and action.
Leadership Team Effectiveness:
Ensure discussions lead to clarity, alignment, and accountability.
Leadership Team Effectiveness:
Capture actions and drive follow‑up at pace.
Strategic Projects:
Lead or coordinate high‑priority regional initiatives requiring cross‑functional leadership.
Strategic Projects:
Act as a connector and catalyst across markets, functions, and global stakeholders.
Candidate Profile
5+ years of strong commercial/business leadership experience
Proven track record of strategy execution and getting things done
Strong business acumen and enterprise mindset
Outstanding communication and stakeholder influence skills
Ability to operate in ambiguity with pace and maturity
Highly analytical with strong judgment
Executive presence and credibility with senior leaders
Willingness to travel (~60%)
Open to relocation to Lucerne, Switzerland
Required Skills
Adaptability
Analytical Thinking
Business Acumen
Business Communications
Business Operations
Business Transformation Initiatives
Change Agility
Change Management
Collaborative Leadership
Leadership
Market Research
Performance Improvements
Stakeholder Management
Strategic Planning
Strategy Execution
Preferred Skills
Commercial Acumen
Cross‑Functional Teamwork
Influencing Skills
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