Strategy and Operations Lead, Regional Operations

Job DescriptionShopee’s Operations department is constantly solving problems and introducing innovative solutions to improve platform usability and enhance end user experience for our buyers, sellers, and partners. Our teams sit at the core of our business and collaborate with various departments to manage end-to-end e-commerce processes, and design scalable solutions to create impact across multiple markets. To do so, we deep dive into the fundamentals of each aspect and drive strategic initiatives to sharpen our policy, processes and features for greater product and operational excellence.Our Operations team comprises key Marketplace Operations functions, such as Customer Service, Listings, Payment, Seller Operations, Returns & Refunds, Fraud.About The RoleIn this role, you will play a critical part in redefining strategic direction, driving high-impact initiatives, and building competitive operational capabilities. You will work closely with Regional stakeholders across domains to assess current strategies, develop action plans, and support execution for long-term growth.This role is ideal for someone who combines strategic thinking with operational rigor — a problem-solver who can turn complex challenges into practical solutions and drive results across functions.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate and optimise strategies, processes, and performance tracking models across regional operations, including cost structures and workforce sizing (spanning several thousand employees across functions)Conduct market research and deep-dive data analysis to uncover insights and inform business planningWork cross-functionally to shape go-to-market strategies, test hypotheses, and improve performance outcomesAlign priorities and goals with senior stakeholders, translating high-level strategies into actionable plansLead and support the execution of strategic initiatives across people, process, and technology dimensionsMonitor implementation outcomes and refine approaches to maximise impactCoordinate cross-functional projects to support continuous improvement and sustainable growthRequirementsMinimum 2 years of working experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firmProven track record in developing and implementing business strategies and managing complex projects or programsStrong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insightsComfortable navigating ambiguity and solving unstructured problems, with the ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detailStrong collaboration skills and ability to influence across functionsPassion for driving impact in a dynamic environment