Sr. Strategy & Market Intelligence Manager

** Crane Aerospace and Electronics
** has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Strategy & Market Intelligence Manager in our Lynnwood Washington location.
* ** Analytical

Skills:

** Attention to detail and ability to seek out, manage, synthesize and interpret large and conflicting sources of data in the development of clear marketing direction and strategy.
* ** Strategic Orientation:
** Must understand how to integrate market and competitive trends, into presentations and reports that will help shape and influence the strategies of the business.
* ** Verbal and Written Communication

Skills:

** Ability to generate executive level presentations with impactful graphics and commentary that tells the story.
* ** Organization and project management:
** Highly organized with effective time management and project management skills.
* ** Team Leadership:
** Leading by example and demonstrating high personal energy and influence in every interaction. He/she will be comfortable working with diverse teams in different environments and cultures.
* ** Collaboration and Influencing:
** Must be a good listener who uses fact-based persuasion and passion to influence key stakeholders. Gaining the support and involvement of key internal constituencies will be critical to success, as will influencing important decision makers.
* ** Results Orientation:
** Shall be a visible, dynamic, and engaged leader who is driven to deliver results. He/she must have the ability and determination to move projects and initiatives forward, using program plans and action plans to track progress.
* ** Personal Presence and Strong Interpersonal

Skills:

** Strong entrepreneurial drive is vital and must be balanced by a spirit of team play and cooperation across functional lines. Must elicit personal trust and confidence from other team members by maintaining the highest personal standards. This individual must be at home in an environment where responsiveness to internal and external customer needs is a strongly held value.
* ** Self Confidence, Customer Focused, and a Strong Work Ethic.
** A high degree of self-confidence should be balanced with a sensitivity to the opinions and needs of others. The Manager, Strategy & Market Intelligence will have a customer-focused style coupled with a “make-it-happen” mentality. The role requires an independent thinker who can push back and challenge in a constructive manner.  A personal bias for action, a high sense of urgency, and a strong work ethic is required, as are high personal values and standards.
* ** Experienced A&D Leader with Broad Market Knowledge:
** Proficient in strategic analysis, market reports, and supporting strategy development.
* ** A “Hands-on” Approach:
** The Manager, Strategy & Market Intelligence must balance strategy and execution, having an ability to get ‘hands-on’ with an expectation of significant direct involvement in the creation of reports, presentations and analysis.
* ** Comfortable Communicating with Peers, Executive Management and C-Suite Executives:
** Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail, coupled with the ability to interface with both peers, executive management and C-suite representatives is essential.
** Qualifications****:**
* * Experience*:
* Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in strategy, market intelligence, marketing, product management, or business development in the aerospace and defense industry.  Previous experience at a management consulting company supporting A&D clients will be considered.
* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights.
* Excellent communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to both internal stakeholders and external partners.
* Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on fostering a positive and high-performing culture.
* Comprehensive understanding of market and technology trends, competitive insights, and industry dynamics within the Aerospace & Defense sector.
* Experience developing go-to-market strategies, adjacent market strategies, product strategies and/or…