Simbe Robotics is hiring a
Director of Retail Strategy & Scaling

Summary

The Director of Retail Strategy & Scaling at Simbe is a key leadership role dedicated to driving the integration and operational optimization of Simbe’s advanced robotics and AI technologies within the retail industry. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic partner to senior retail executives, fostering trusted relationships and leading transformative initiatives that align with both Simbe’s technology capabilities and our client’s strategic goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field; masters preferred
• 10 years’ experience in strategic consulting, retail technology, or a leadership role within the retail sector, with a proven track record in retail or consumer goods sectors
• Expertise in digital transformation projects, with an emphasis on integrating new technologies into established retail operations
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, capable of conceptualizing and implementing innovative solutions that address complex business challenges
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with and influencing senior executives and building strong professional relationships
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and multi-stakeholder environments
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale projects and client relationships
• This role requires significant travel, with the expectation of being on-site with clients 40-60% of the time to effectively manage projects and stakeholder relationships

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a comprehensive consultative process to understand client-specific challenges and objectives, developing tailored retail strategies that optimize using Simbe’s technology
• Provide strategic advisory services to senior client executives, focusing on integrating Simbe’s technology within their existing operational frameworks to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop change management programs that support the adoption of technology, streamline operational changes, and enhance employee engagement
• Lead Joint Business Planning sessions with key clients to create strategic roadmaps that enhance technology adoption and operational integration
• Drive the prioritization of use cases and the development of capability roadmaps that are aligned with clients' long-term strategic goals
• Utilize business casing to design initiatives that accelerate client adoption, optimizing the use of Simbe’s technologies for rapid value realization
• Establish robust performance metrics to evaluate and communicate the impact of Simbe’s solutions on client operations, linking technology implementation directly to business outcomes
• Equip Simbe’s sales and marketing teams with deep industry insights, empowering them to effectively communicate the benefits and value of Simbe’s offerings
• Act as a thought leader, guiding the broader organization on retail industry trends and best practices
• Manage the expansion of Simbe’s technology within client operations, adapting implementation strategies to achieve aligned outcomes and phasing
• Help clients weave Simbe’s technology into their overarching strategic priorities, addressing overlapping initiatives and guiding significant operational changes beyond mere technology implementation

Benefits

• $150,000 - $250,000 a year (Salary range is dependent on experience and location)
• Work with cutting-edge AI and robotics technologies to transform retail operations
• Be a part of a dynamic, inclusive, and passionate team reshaping the future of retail