Senior Manager-Strategy & Research

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