Senior Manager Growth Strategy Planning

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The Senior Manager, Growth Strategy Planning role at Grab is expected to lead strategic planning and growth initiatives across Indonesia. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field; substantial experience in strategy consulting, business planning, growth, or commercial operations; strong analytical and financial modeling skills; and excellent stakeholder management. The candidate should be comfortable using data to identify opportunities, developing market and customer strategies, preparing business cases, and translating plans into measurable results. The role also requires strong communication, leadership, structured problem-solving, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

About the employer

Grab is a Southeast Asian technology company offering everyday services through one digital platform. Founded in 2012, it began as a ride-hailing business and has expanded into mobility, food delivery, parcel and logistics services, digital payments, financial services, and other consumer and merchant solutions. Grab operates across several countries in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Indonesia is one of its largest and most important markets, with services supporting consumers, driver-partners, delivery partners, merchants, and small businesses. The company promotes technology-led inclusion and aims to improve access to transportation, digital commerce, and financial products. Employees typically work in a highly collaborative, data-driven environment where regional coordination, rapid experimentation, and commercial execution are important.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago with varied career and lifestyle options. Java, especially Jakarta, is the main business hub and offers the broadest opportunities in technology, consulting, finance, logistics, and multinational companies; Bandung and Surabaya also have growing professional markets. Bali attracts international workers, hospitality professionals, entrepreneurs, and remote workers, although costs in popular areas can be high. Batam has opportunities connected to manufacturing, shipping, and Singapore-linked businesses, while Sumatra, Sulawesi, and Kalimantan offer roles in energy, natural resources, agriculture, logistics, and infrastructure. Indonesian culture generally values community, respect, religious diversity, and relationship-building. Living costs vary considerably by island and city. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship and an appropriate work permit and limited-stay visa; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Candidates should confirm current immigration rules before relocating.