Strategist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with partners to develop compelling and well-founded strategies that deliver world-class food and beverage experiences.

• Assist Senior Strategists in steering projects from the definition of problems to the formulation of strategic recommendations.

• Convert insights related to consumers, culture, competition, and categories into distinct strategic opportunities.

• Work alongside internal teams to create strategic narratives, frameworks, and presentations.

• Utilize engaging storytelling and a sharp visual aesthetic in strategic materials.

• Apply knowledge of the restaurant and food and beverage landscape to tackle client challenges and facilitate strategic discussions.

• Recognize emerging trends in food, beverages, restaurants, hospitality, and consumer behavior.

• Evaluate the implications of these emerging trends for brands and businesses.

⛳️ Requirements

• Prior experience in the food and beverage industry, including restaurants, food service, hospitality, F&B CPG brands, or similar fields.

• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in brand strategy, consulting, marketing strategy, innovation, product development, or a related strategic area.

• Practical experience in the food and beverage sector.

• A genuine enthusiasm for restaurant and F&B brands, along with an interest in how consumers interact with them.

• Strong understanding of consumer trends and their business ramifications, especially within the food industry.

• Ability to differentiate between a significant trend and a passing fad.

• Passion for brand storytelling and the capability to transform complex ideas into engaging, easy-to-understand narratives.

• Excellent presentation abilities and a sharp visual sensibility.

• Skill in building effective presentation decks that integrate content, narrative, and imagery.

• Confidence in working directly with clients and presenting strategic insights with composure, clarity, and enthusiasm.

• Proficient in crafting and delivering concise, memorable, and impactful presentations.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and a willingness to learn.

• High school diploma required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities.

• Remote work arrangement.