Strategy Analyst

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At Beyond Meat, we started with simple questions. Why do you need an animal to create meat? Why can’t you build meat directly from plants? Thus, we make plant-based meats that allow families to eat more, not less, of the traditional dishes they love while feeling great about the health, sustainability, and animal welfare benefits of plant protein. Our goal is to bring exciting change to the plate—and Beyond.

At Beyond Meat, we are focused on raising the bar on talent. We are dedicated to shaping an inclusive culture that drives excellence, innovation, and results by enabling talent acceleration and development, engagement, and the Team Member experience.  

The Executive Leadership Team depends heavily on the Strategy team to manage cross-functional teams against the company’s most important business initiatives, developing long-term plans and leading teams to execute against them, providing line of sight to our future.  As our organization continues to grow globally and expand its product line, we are looking for a Strategy Analyst to help effectively lead projects at the highest level toward conclusion.  

This role involves data analysis, market research, and strategic planning to support decision-making processes.  The ideal candidate would take an entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving, the ability to translate data into actionable insights, and be prepared to regularly "roll up their sleeves" across a broad range of responsibilities. 

• Support strategic initiatives that are the highest priority for the CEO across the organization, including managing cross-functional teams at all levels, both within the organization and with partner organizations 
• Develop valuation analysis / scenario testing to support new business initiatives for both organic and inorganic growth 
• Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities in our competitive landscape, including potential partnerships, acquisitions, and new market entries 
• Manage the development of priority external relationships, including but not limited to those involved in potential acquisitions/investments and strategic partners 
• Present findings and recommendations to the executive leadership team (ELT) while leading discussions on output of project work and provide recommendations based on analysis and insights 
• Support financial and marketing analysis, including competitive trends and opportunities for strategic partnerships 
• Track the implementation and effectiveness of strategic initiatives while providing regular updates on progress against strategic goals 

• Undergraduate degree with 1-3 years of work experience at a top tier investment bank or management consultancy 
• Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities 
• Strong quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent communication/presentation skills with a track record of presenting complex analysis to executives/senior management clearly and concisely 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and engage effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization 
• Highly curious, with the courage to challenge the status quo while exhibiting the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics 
• Proficient in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau) 
• Excellent written skills 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Strong project management and organizational skills 

• Required to be on-site at corporate HQ (El Segundo, CA) 5 days a week 
• Some potential travel (<5%) 

Beyond Meat is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Beyond Meat reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

For all U.S. based roles: Applicants must be authorized to work for a U.S. employer. This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship at this time.