CRM & BI - Lead at METRO/MAKRO

Pune City, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Development, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, CRM, Marketing, Customer Engagement, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Data Analysis, SQL, Excel, PowerPoint, Transformation Experience, Cultural Awareness

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Company Description Metro Global Solution Center (MGSC) is internal solution partner for METRO, a €31.6 Billion international wholesaler with operations in more than 30 countries. The store network comprises a total of 623 stores in 21 countries, of which 522 offer out-of-store delivery (OOS), and 94 dedicated depots. In 12 countries, METRO runs only the delivery business by its delivery companies (Food Service Distribution, FSD). HoReCa and Traders are core customer groups of METRO. The HoReCa section includes hotels, restaurants, catering companies as well as bars, cafés and canteen operators. The Traders section includes small grocery stores and kiosks. The majority of all customer groups are small and medium-sized enterprises as well as sole traders. METRO helps them manage their business challenges more effectively. MGSC, location wise is present in Pune (India), Düsseldorf (Germany) and Szczecin (Poland). We provide HR, Finance, IT & Business operations support to 31 countries, speak 24+ languages and process over 18,000 transactions a day. We are setting tomorrow’s standards for customer focus, digital solutions, and sustainable business models. For over 10 years, we have been providing services and solutions from our two locations in Pune and Szczecin. This has allowed us to gain extensive experience in how we can best serve our internal customers with high quality and passion. We believe that we can add value, drive efficiency, and satisfy our customers. Website: https://www.metro-gsc.in Company Size: 1000-1100 Headquarters: Pune, Maharashtra, India Type: Privately Held Inception: 2011 Job Description Role Overview As a Sr. Group Manager at METRO’s Global Solution Center (GSC) in India, you will lead and develop a high-performing CRM & BI team, acting as a strategic partner to global marketing and CRM functions. You will drive the operations of a centralized CRM capability, deliver actionable customer and marketing insights, and translate them into automated lifecycle journeys and sales-ready pipelines. You will ensure the successful execution and continuous optimization, foster a culture of innovation, and collaborate with global stakeholders to support business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop a team of CRM/Business Intelligence Experts, ensuring high performance and professional growth Oversee the analysis of large customer segmentation and campaign management data sets to drive commercial performance Manage analytics & BI cadence, publish dashboards and deliver ad‑hoc analyses Ensure integration of multiple data sources for a holistic, cross-channel customer view Monitor campaign success metrics and provide advanced analytical supporting marketing and sales stakeholders Act as the main point of contact for global business partners and entities Support global transitions, operational structure design, and the development of new services and team structures Ensure data quality, streamline processes, and support automation and standardization initiatives Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the team. Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions. Drive efficiency of services provided by the GSC and development new service Set-up and further development of team structures & solution teams Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and team development skills, with experience managing analytical teams Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities; strong understanding of CRM, marketing, and customer engagement strategies Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across cultures and time zones Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a global environment Experience with CRM, BI tools, and large data sets (SQL, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with analytics tools is a plus Transformation experience, including industry benchmark and best practice implementation High level of ownership, initiative, and motivation; agile and results-oriented working style. Fluency in professional English; cultural awareness and respect in cross-functional collaboration Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, IT, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field 10+ years of experience in marketing, CRM, Customer Intelligence, or data-driven analytics, with at least 3 years in a people management role (managing teams of 3+) Proven experience in leading, mentoring, or coordinating analytical teams Experience in managing GCC operations, transitions, or leading global teams is preferred Experience in retail/wholesale or consumer goods/FMCG is a plus Experience in international or shared service environments is preferred Work Model: Hybrid

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing CRM & BI team while driving the operations of a centralized CRM capability. Ensure successful execution and continuous optimization of customer and marketing insights.