Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

Your role at New Balance as a Sr Strategy Analyst within the Corporate Strategy group is to drive critical business initiatives to:

• Support new businesses and business models,

• Improve go-to-market capabilities,

• Find efficiencies in our cost structure,

• Drive the company’s strategic planning process, and beyond.

You will apply your experience and analytical skills to become a highly valued, cross-functional business partner who challenges the status quo. This position is based at New Balance Headquarters in Boston.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Help drive corporate strategic initiatives, working with senior executive and cross functional teams to deliver critical analysis, recommendations, and roadmaps.

• Assist with the global strategic planning process including support for our regional and business unit plans.

• Deliver market research inclusive of competitive movements and economic conditions that should be considered as part of NB’s long-term growth plans. You will leverage market, industry, competitive, and consumer data to generate insights, design and facilitate strategic workshops with key global stakeholders, and develop comprehensive recommendations.

• Generate opportunity assessments on key strategic topics including ROI analyses and approaches to spending for major initiatives, providing actionable recommendations based on your analysis.

• Pivot as needed to address unanticipated challenges and complexity in the business.

• Build strong relationships with cross functional partners.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• MBA with 1-2 years of experience (post-graduation).

• Retail, CPG, Internal Strategy, Business Development, or Consulting background a plus.

• Experience developing business cases with both quantitative and qualitative elements.

• Ability to think creatively, strategically, and analytically, leveraging data to recommend improvements to existing processes and generate innovative ideas.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

• Professional and confident with an ability to work with all levels of the organization, especially senior level leaders.

• Dual capacities for collaborative brainstorming and independent ownership of work.

• Ability to own and manage project initiatives from concept through execution.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.

Learn more about our Benefits

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced “Work from Anywhere” (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.