Airtel - Senior Manager - Product Strategy

Airtel is a leading telecom solutions provider in the country with over 400 million subscribers. We believe in data-driven decisions for all our strategic, tactical, and customer-focused initiatives.

At Airtel Digital, we are transforming from a telecom giant to a digital force and changing how people consume entertainment, how companies manage their assets to how cities use energy.. Today, our work goes beyond telecom - we build products that entertain and inform, connect devices to the internet, and enable businesses to securely harness the power of their data.

Role: Product Strategy Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

- Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for new investments and partnerships needed in AI space

- Identify latest market trends, competitive dynamics, and opportunities within the AI and technology space.

Market Analysis:

- Conduct thorough market research and financial analysis to evaluate potential opportunities.

- Develop use cases, ROI analyses, and strategic recommendations for investments.

- Identify, evaluate, and cultivate strategic partnerships that align with Airtel's business objectives.

- Negotiate and structure partnership agreements to drive mutual growth and value.

Innovation & Focus on AI:

- Stay abreast of the latest developments in AI and related technologies.

- Collaborate with internal teams to integrate AI capabilities into Airtel's product offerings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Work closely with product, technology, sales, marketing and legal teams to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives.

- Facilitate effective communication and alignment between stakeholders.

Performance Monitoring:

- Track and analyze the performance of investments and partnerships.

- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on progress and impact.

Qualifications/Strengths:

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

- Experience in strategy, market analysis, or business development.

- Proven track record of managing strategic investments and partnerships, preferably within the tech or AI sector.

Skills:

- Strong analytical and financial skills.

- Excellent negotiation and relationship-building abilities.

- Proficiency in understanding and evaluating emerging technologies, particularly AI.

- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

- Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Personal Attributes:

- Highly motivated and driven, with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

- Passionate about technology and innovation.