Description:
Reporting to the Head of Strategy for Cigna Global Individual Health (GIH), the Strategy Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping and driving the global strategic growth agenda for Cigna’s International Health (GIH) business.
This role is responsible for defining and executing market development strategies, identifying prioritized customer segments, and articulating Cigna’s competitive advantage across diverse geographies. Working closely with regional sales leaders and subject matter experts, the Strategy Manager will craft commercial strategies that align with macroeconomic trends, portfolio performance insights, and evolving stakeholder needs. A key aspect of the role involves interpreting global macro-trends—such as expatriate mobility and wealth migration—to uncover strategic opportunities and mitigate risks, ensuring GIH remains ahead of the curve in a dynamic global health landscape.
The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, able to translate complex data and foresight into actionable plans. They will lead the annual strategic planning process, including market sizing, competitive analysis, and scenario modelling. Additionally, they will develop compelling communications for senior leadership and foster cross-functional alignment to drive execution.
A global mindset, commercial acumen, and cultural sensitivity are essential, as is a passion for innovation and a keen understanding of emerging health technologies and their potential impact on the business
You'll Be Responsible For:
- Strategic Ownership & Market Development
- Lead the development and execution of GIH’s global strategic growth agenda.
- Define prioritized markets and customer segments, articulating Cigna’s right to win.
- Develop regional commercial strategies in partnership with sales and subject matter experts.
- Macro-Trend & Insight Leadership
- Monitor and interpret global macro-trends (e.g., expatriate mobility, wealth migration) to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
- Drive insight generation from portfolio performance, competitor activity, and stakeholder needs to inform strategic decisions.
- Cross-Functional Engagement & Execution
- Inspire and align cross-functional teams around GIH’s strategic priorities.
- Facilitate strategic planning cascades to drive employee engagement and execution.
- Align GIH strategy with broader International Health objectives, identifying synergies and collaboration opportunities.
- Strategic Planning & Communication
- Lead the annual strategic planning process, incorporating market sizing, competitive analysis, and scenario modelling.
- Develop compelling strategic communications and presentation materials for senior leadership engagement.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- Proven experience in strategic planning, market development, or consulting within global health, insurance, or related sectors.
- Strategic & Analytical Skills
- Strong strategic thinker with the ability to translate global trends into actionable business strategies.
- Skilled in market sizing, forecasting, and scenario modelling; data-driven with a future-focused mindset.
- Leadership & Influence
- Effective leader with a track record of driving results through cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong relationship builder who inspires and aligns teams around strategic priorities.
- Innovation & Commercial Acumen
- Forward-thinking innovator with deep interest in emerging health technologies and their business impact.
- Commercially savvy with a growth mindset and ability to identify new market opportunities.
- Communication & Execution
- Excellent communicator with the ability to craft compelling strategic narratives for senior stakeholders.
- Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver in fast-paced environments.