Why Work at Lenovo
Here at Lenovo, we believe in smarter technology for all, so we spend our time building a society that's brighter and more inclusive.
And we go big. No, not big-huge.
We're not just a Fortune Global 500 company, we're one of Fortune's Most Admired. We're in 180 markets, working with 63,000 brilliant colleagues and counting. And we're known for the world's most complete portfolio of smart technology, from devices to software to infrastructure.
With our ingenuity, we help millions-not just the select few-experience our version of a smarter future.
The one thing that's missing? Well... you...
Description and Requirements
Lenovo is seeking an industry thought leader in Market and Competitive Intelligence (MI & CI) to play a major role in our services-led transformation and vertical solution innovation. This role is tailored for an individual contributor who has the proven ability to interpret and forecast market trends, influence senior stakeholders, and make meaningful contributions at the organizational level.
As the Senior Analyst and go-to MI & CI expert for the Solutions and Services Group (SSG), you will define and own the analyses and recommendations to grow Lenovo's market share in the fast-paced IT services industry. You will work hand-in-hand with the Heads of Strategy across Lenovo's business groups to produce actionable competitive insights and articulate paths to market leadership for SSG, whose mandate encompasses support services, managed services, as-a-service, project-oriented services, and vertical solution services. You will work closely with Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to develop recommendations for market definition and entry, competitive response, industry trends and benchmarks, messaging to analysts, and portfolio gaps. You will create competitor briefings, technical portfolio comparisons, and long-range forecasts, which will guide near-term sales collateral as well as future product roadmap decisions across SSG's business lines. You will be responsible for achieving results through your thought leadership and strong relationships.
The ideal candidate is a recognized Market and Competitive Analyst in the IT services industry who is passionate about developing strategic recommendations, scaling new businesses, and enabling data-driven decision making. You must be a highly motivated self-starter with a vision for market leadership in solutions and services. You have demonstrated the ability to establish trust and thrive in a matrixed organization. You are an excellent written and oral communicator who can translate insights into actionable plans. You embody the Lenovo values of entrepreneurship, innovation, customer obsession, and building trust across global teams.
As the Senior Analyst of Market and Competitive Intelligence for Solutions and Services Group, you will have a meaningful impact on Lenovo by executing the company vision of "Smarter Technology for All" as a services-led company. You will shape strategies and champion market positions that are aligned to Lenovo's "3S" strategy of delivering Smart IoT, Smart Infrastructure, and Smart Verticals. You will ensure strong customer outcomes by working across business units as One Lenovo, anchored in Solutions and Services excellence.
Position Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in an applied STEM field• 6+ years of Market Intelligence experience with strong understanding of strategic frameworks, financial reporting metrics, and business impacts to the P&L• 6+ years of experience working in or covering IT Services businesses• Familiarity with end user devices as well as data center infrastructure, and operational technology, including the major players in these industries• Experience working in a global company or with globally dispersed stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:• Project management skills• Sales experience, direct or with channel & distribution partners• MBA or 3+ years of Corporate Strategy or Consulting experience• Experience at a Fortune 500 firm as well as technology start-up environment• English and Chinese fluency will ensure the candidate is best positioned for success in this role
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Lenovo adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for US-based employees. As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to Lenovo's US Vaccination Policy and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by January 18, 2022, subject to any applicable accommodations. To be fully vaccinated by January 18, means individuals must receive the full series of a vaccine either approved by the FDA or WHO and listed by the CDC (e.g. two dose of the Moderna, AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines; or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine). This applies to all US-based employees, contractors and interns, regardless of work location. As a condition of employment, you must provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or follow Lenovo's accommodation process.
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