Sr Business Strategist

About the role

Lalamove is a fast-growing technology company that connects consumers and businesses with delivery and logistics services across multiple markets. They are currently seeking a senior business strategist to join their team in Mexico City and help guide the direction of their operations in the Mexican market. This position involves partnering directly with the Managing Director and cross-functional leaders to shape key business decisions and drive sustainable growth. The ideal candidate thrives on transforming raw data into clear, actionable strategy and enjoys tackling complex business challenges in a fast-paced environment. You will play a central and influential role in determining how the company expands and strengthens its competitive position within Mexico. The strategist will have the opportunity to build relationships across the organization and influence outcomes at every level of the business.

Key facts

What you'll do

1 Develop and present strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and senior leadership team

2 Analyze market trends and competitive dynamics to identify growth opportunities in Mexico

3 Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, and product to align on business priorities

4 Build financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation

5 Conduct deep-dive analyses on business performance metrics and translate findings into clear narratives

6 Support the Managing Director in evaluating new markets, partnerships, and expansion initiatives

7 Design and maintain dashboards that track key performance indicators across the business

8 Lead workshops and strategy sessions with stakeholders to define priorities and action plans

9 Monitor industry developments and regulatory changes that could impact business operations in Mexico

10 Create presentations and reports that communicate complex strategic insights to non-technical audiences

11 Partner with data teams to ensure analytical frameworks are rigorous and consistently applied

12 Contribute to the annual planning cycle by providing evidence-based input on goals and targets

13 Evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives and present trade-off analyses to decision-makers

14 Work closely with the operations team to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements

Requirements

1 Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or a related quantitative field is required

2 Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated experience working with large datasets and building financial models

3 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish are essential

4 Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a team setting

5 Comfort with ambiguity and a self-directed approach to problem-solving in fast-paced settings

6 Experience presenting findings and strategic recommendations to senior leaders or executive stakeholders regularly

7 Familiarity with business strategy frameworks such as Porter's Five Forces or SWOT analysis

8 Minimum of five years of experience in a strategy, consulting, or business operations role

9 Proven track record of delivering high-quality analysis under tight deadlines in a demanding business environment

Nice to have

1 Prior experience working at a technology or logistics company in a Latin American market is valuable

2 Knowledge of the local Mexico City business landscape and regulatory environment is helpful

3 Experience with A/B testing or experimentation frameworks to validate strategic hypotheses before launch

4 Background in management consulting or investment banking with a focus on emerging markets

5 Experience working with geographic information systems or location-based data to inform market entry decisions

Skills & tools

1 Proficiency in Excel for advanced modeling, pivot tables, and scenario analysis

2 Experience with data visualization platforms such as Tableau or Looker

3 Familiarity with SQL for querying and extracting data from relational databases

4 Strong command of PowerPoint for building compelling executive presentations and decks

5 Working knowledge of Python or R for data analysis and automation tasks

6 Understanding of financial statements, unit economics, and key business performance metrics

7 Awareness of product development lifecycles and how strategic decisions intersect with product roadmaps

Practical notes

1 This is a full-time, on-site position based in the Mexico City office

2 The role reports directly to the Managing Director and involves close collaboration with leadership

3 Candidates should be prepared to work during standard business hours in the Mexico City time zone

4 Lalamove offers a competitive compensation package and a fast-paced work environment that rewards initiative

5 The hiring process includes multiple rounds of interviews with cross-functional team members and senior leaders

6 This is a permanent, full-time position with no remote or hybrid work arrangement available

7 Employees at Lalamove benefit from a culture that emphasizes ownership, transparency, and continuous learning

8 The team is small and collaborative, offering the chance to have a direct impact on business outcomes

About the company

Lalamove is an on-demand delivery technology company, empowering users all around the world to make delivery fast and reliable. Today, Lalamove operates in 14 markets across Asia, Latin America and EMEA.