Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry, committed to connecting and powering an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere. The Core Payments team is looking for a Manager to drive the Core Payments strategy and execution forward by working collaboratively with cross-functional and cross-country teams. This role will provide thought leadership to the Management Team and ensure that the goals and objectives of Core Payments are successfully executed in the market.
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Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic projects for the Core Payments Organization, focusing on design and execution.
- Build strong business partnerships with leaders in various divisions/countries, as well as the Pricing & Strategy and Services teams.
- Provide key insights into business performance by market and segment, helping to identify strategic priorities.
- Support the Core Payments EVP and broader leadership team with time-sensitive requirements and projects.
- Contribute to the strategic planning process and monitor progress against the strategic plan.
- Assess the economic landscape of key markets and articulate its influence on Mastercard’s business and key account objectives.
- Develop and enhance monitoring dashboards for tracking key financial and market metrics.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in consulting/strategy and managing large-scale project execution, as well as strong analytics skills.
- Strong communication skills, capable of conveying strategic vision and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven experience managing cross-functional projects and building relationships across multiple organizational levels.
- Experience working in a collaborative environment across business units, functions, and international markets.
- A track record of thought leadership within the payments industry, with knowledge of the Payment Industry.
- Customer-focused and solution-driven approach, with an MBA in Economics or Engineering preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data analytics tools and coding is a plus (e.g., Alteryx, Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau).
- Strong sense of urgency and comfort in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Language Requirements:
Proficiency in English is expected.
Corporate Security Responsibility:
All individuals working for or on behalf of Mastercard are responsible for information security, and must abide by Mastercard’s security policies, ensure the confidentiality and integrity of information, report any suspected violations, and complete all mandatory security training.
