Strategic Planning Manager

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PART OF A FAST–GROWING ORGANISATION?

JOIN US AS STRATEGIC PLANNING MANAGER!

ABOUT ODYSSEY

We are The Odyssey Hotel Group, Europe’s most ambitious hotel operator and the team behind many famous global hospitality names. We partner with Marriott, IHG, and Accor to develop exceptional properties across various brands, from Holiday Express to Marriott's Autograph Collection.

Powered by over 700 employees and supported by Activum SG as our major shareholder, our purpose is to create wonderful stories through a passion for unique and locally inspired hotel design and attention to every detail. We achieve this through a culture of enabling and empowering our teams to be masters of the art of hospitality.

ODYSSEY CULTURE

You’ll be joining a fast-moving, ambitious and successful team that’s shaking up the industry we love. If you thrive on responsibility, share a passion for great service, and are a natural collaborator, we’ll be a good fit. We pride ourselves on a collaborative mindset.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Strategic Planning Manager, you will be a key driver in translating Odyssey’s strategic vision into structured, measurable, and actionable plans. Working directly with our CEO and senior leadership, you will lead the design and implementation of tools, models, and processes that support data-driven decision-making, cross-functional accountability, and long-term business scaling.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on structure, excels in analytics, and isn’t afraid to challenge assumptions—always backed by data. If you’re energized by clarity, impact, and strategic execution (not post-it notes and buzzwords), this is your seat at the table.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement strategic planning models and decision-support tools used across the group.

• Translate company-wide goals into structured initiatives across departments and brands.

• Develop planning and performance frameworks, including OKRs, to drive measurable progress.

• Build and maintain dashboards, tracking systems, and reporting tools in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Support senior leadership (CEO, CFO, Department Heads) in setting and aligning strategic priorities.

• Create scalable templates and tools to align execution across a growing portfolio of 70+ hotels.

• Ensure strategic clarity across teams—removing fluff, driving action, and enabling accountability.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

• By translating bold company goals into clear, structured initiatives across departments

• With strategic planning models, dashboards, and tools that drive action—not just alignment

• By turning abstract ideas into concrete frameworks and tracking mechanisms

• With operational logic, Excel skills, and a sharp eye for what matters (and what doesn’t)

• By partnering with our CEO, CFO, and key leaders to challenge, guide, and align decision-making

• With clarity, consistency, and the courage to say “this doesn’t add up” when needed

• By cutting through the noise—removing fluff, creating focus, and enabling measurable results

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• 5+ years of experience in strategic planning, business operations, consulting, or similar

• Advanced Excel skills and a love for building logic-based tools and models

• A structured approach to problem-solving and the ability to simplify complexity

• Strong communication skills: clear, direct, and confident when engaging senior leadership

• A bias for action—you move ideas forward and bring structure to execution

• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating across departments

• Affinity with dynamic, fast-paced environments (hospitality experience is a plus, not a must)

• Fluent English (spoken and written); Dutch or German is a bonus

• Resilience under pressure, comfort with shifting priorities, and a mindset focused on outcomes

WHY JOIN ODYSSEY?

At Odyssey, you don’t just join a company—you become part of a high-growth journey. We empower people to be their best and provide the platform to grow with us.

• Hybrid working environment – flexibility to choose your office days (with regular hotel visits).

• Strong growth opportunities – internal mobility across our hotel brands and headquarters.

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and market benchmarks.

• Global hotel discounts – enjoy employee rates across 7,000+ hotels worldwide.

• Development-focused culture – personal growth is a priority, with ongoing learning and open internal vacancies.

• Entrepreneurial spirit – we value your ideas and encourage you to take initiative.

• A vibrant, people-first workplace – where great colleagues become lifelong connections.

Ready to turn strategy into action? Join us at Odyssey.