Overview:
Seeking a highly skilled Director of Strategy to lead strategic planning and execution across the organization. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who excels at analyzing complex business challenges, developing actionable strategies, and driving cross-functional initiatives. The Director will collaborate closely with senior leadership to translate organizational vision into tangible plans that promote growth, performance, and competitive advantage. This position offers high visibility with senior leadership and the opportunity to lead significant, organization-wide strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive market research, industry assessments, and competitive analyses to inform strategic decisions
- Develop and refine strategic plans and long-term growth initiatives
- Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular insights and recommendations to leadership
- Lead execution of strategic projects and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation
- Oversee enterprise risk reviews and support mitigation strategies
- Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and potential areas for expansion
- Lead go-to-market and pricing strategies for new initiatives
- Prepare executive-level presentations and strategic updates for leadership and board meetings
- Collaborate with department heads to align operational priorities with organizational goals
- Facilitate strategic planning workshops and communicate progress to internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred
- 6–10 years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or business development
- Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects and delivering impactful results
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and quantitative analysis skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex ideas into actionable insights
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools
- Experience with financial modeling, valuation techniques, and business case development
- Familiarity with market research methodologies and competitive analysis frameworks
- Background in multinational or cross-cultural environments
- Experience in strategy consulting or within corporate strategy teams preferred
- Knowledge of strategic planning software or business intelligence platforms