Manager, Digital

Do you want to be a part of the world’s leading jewellery company while putting your experience within Strategy in Digital & Technology into use? If yes, then we might have an exciting opportunity for you You will be part of an exciting and growing business area and work in an international organisation of can-do spirited, passionate, and performance-driven people. We value flexibility, an energized atmosphere and treasure our informal independent working style. You are trusted to deliver in a setting where answers are not already given but can be found in collaboration with others.

About the Team:
In 2024, we continue establishing our Strategy, Portfolio & Planning team - a passionate team of thinkers, makers, and doers focused on enabling transparency and prioritization across Pandora’s digital portfolio. Strategy, Portfolio & Planning is a growing team, with members both in Copenhagen and Warsaw.

We work directly with colleagues, senior stakeholders, and digital teams, ensuring we have the right level of governance in place to deliver on Pandora’s strategic themes. In a defined cadence, we ensure transparency on the work, value and performance delivered by the delivery teams. In addition, we drive strategy formulation and executive support to our CDTO.

We're seeking a talented Strategy Manager to join this dynamic Strategy, Portfolio & Planning team and play a pivotal role in shaping our digital future and ensuring we deliver on our corporate and technology strategy and digital transformation.

As the Strategy Manager you will be instrumental in driving strategic initiatives, optimizing costs, supporting executive communications, and overseeing the execution of our corporate strategy. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to facilitate the formulation and execution of key technology strategies while ensuring transparency on value management and benefits realization.

Your role as Strategy Manager will be dynamic and will include:

Facilitating Strategy Formulation for Key Technology Areas:

• Lead strategy formulation workshops and sessions for key technology areas, including digital transformation, data strategy, e-commerce, and omnichannel initiatives, genAI & predictive analytics etc.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to identify strategic priorities, goals, and action plans.
• Develop frameworks and methodologies to evaluate technology investments and opportunities.

Overseeing Execution of Corporate Strategy initiatives in D&T:

• Work closely with colleagues in the Strategy, Portfolio & Planning team, and finance to ensure alignment between digital and technology strategies and corporate objectives.
• Support transparency on value management and benefits realization by establishing robust measurement frameworks and performance indicators.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Executive Communications Support:

• Assist in the preparation of executive-level communications, presentations, and reports for senior leadership and particularly our Chief Digital and Technology Officer
• Synthesize complex information into clear and compelling narratives to drive decision-making and strategic alignment.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather relevant data and insights for communication materials.

Cost Transformation Tracking and Follow-Up:

• Monitor and track cost transformation initiatives within the digital and technology domain.
• Analyze financial data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to ensure alignment with budgetary goals and committed targets.

What is needed to succeed?

• Problem Solving: Ability to scope and break down problems, identify challenges, analyze root causes, and develop innovative solutions.
• Top-Down Communication: Strong communication skills to articulate complex ideas to executive audiences in a clear and concise manner.
• Project Management: Demonstrated experience in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and market research to support strategic decision-making
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaboration and alignment.
• Technology Understanding: Solid understanding of technology trends, digital retail landscapes, and emerging technologies. Knowledge of retail-specific technologies is a plus.

• The candidate must have a willingness to roll-up the sleeves, a humble attitude and ability to get things done.

Qualifications:

• Minimum a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles, preferably within retail or technology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and data visualization tools
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Why Join Us:

Joining our team means being at the forefront of digital transformation in the world’s largest jewelry company owning our value chain end to end. You'll have the opportunity to work with talented professionals, drive meaningful impact, and shape the future of Pandora Digital & Technology organization and offerings. We offer a collaborative culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Did we get your attention?

We hope you got all your questions answered and feel confident applying for this position, however if you have more questions regarding the position, please contact:

Blazej Miernik - Global Tech Recruiter

If you see yourself in the position and would like to become a part of Pandora’s future, please do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you

We process applications on a continuous basis, which is why we encourage you to send your application as soon as possible. You can also read more about Pandora on our corporate site www.pandoragroup.com.

Icing on the cake

You will be working out of our beautiful Head Office in Copenhagen V, established in 2016 and designed to unite and inspire our teams. Besides our beautiful interior design we are also proud of our LEED Gold Certification for Energy and Environmental Design. This means that we use as few natural resources as possible and that we use them with respect. The result is a professional and dynamic space that is unique, comfortable and inspirational – and delivers a true Pandora experience to anyone who works here or comes to visit.

About Pandora
Established in 1982, Pandora designs, manufactures and markets hand-finished jewellery made from high-quality materials at affordable prices. Pandora’s products are available in more than 100 countries on six continents through more than 6,500 points of sale, including around 2,500 concept stores.

Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs 32,000 people worldwide and crafts its jewellery at two LEED certified facilities in Thailand, using mainly recycled silver and gold. The company plans to be carbon neutral by 2025 and has joined the Science Based Targets initiative to reduce emissions across its full value chain. Pandora is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange and generated a revenue of DKK 28.1 billion in 2023. 

At Pandora, we believe that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and reflecting societal diversity in our customer engagement is essential to delivering on our company purpose: to give a voice to people’s loves. We dedicate ourselves to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and diversity where everyone feels respected and valued.