Strategic Planning Director jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Strategic Planning Director directs and oversees an organization's strategic and long-range goal planning function. Drives strategic initiatives and supports the development of long-term growth plans and profitability goals. Being a Strategic Planning Director analyzes emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, competitive threats, the viability of outside business partners, and sources of capital. Establishes and retains relationships with industry analysts and the investment community. Additionally, Strategic Planning Director utilizes data-driven methodologies to analyze business performance metrics and process improvement options effectively. Develops reporting and tools to communicate strategic plans and concepts to leadership. Conducts periodic status reviews of organizational goals and objectives to identify roadblocks to progress. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Strategic Planning Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Strategic Planning Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Strategic Planning
  • Mars United Commerce
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • The Mars Agency is an award-winning, independently owned global commerce marketing practice with a growth-for-clients focus. With talent spanning the Americas, Europe, and Asia, we create breakthrough, connected commerce solutions by balancing the smartest humanity with the latest technology. The agency’s latest MarTech platform, Marilyn®, is the industry's first and only end-to-end commerce advisor.

    We’re looking for a Director, Strategic Planning. Our Directors serve as key members of the agency team, collaborating with client leadership, channel marketing, media, and creative teams to develop a framework for strategic solutions and build positive relationships with clients. We are looking for someone to drive the development of shopper insights and strategy for CPG-specific commerce marketing opportunities.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Participate in initial client briefings.
    • Work cross-functionally within the agency to ensure the successful execution of client and agency strategies.
    • Consult with account and channel teams to define information requirements/needs.
    • Lead and own the development of shopper-focused intelligence gathering and insight development to guide program strategy.
    • Facilitate primary and secondary research support.
    • Facilitate brainstorm sessions that inspire big, creative ideas.
    • Synthesize data to provide strategic implications and creative inspiration.
    • Facilitate creative briefing process and own the development of an insightful and inspiring creative brief.
    • Ensure tactical plan achieves client objectives and strategies.
    • Provide team/brand ongoing competitive assessments and industry news relative to shopper and consumer segments.
      • Consumer/Shopper overview.
      • General market trend analysis.
      • Competitive/Category behavior assessment.
    • Executes projects with excellence.
    • Manages time effectively.
    • All other duties as assigned by Manager.
    SKILL SETS REQUIRED:
    • Bachelor’s degree or greater.
    • Minimum of 10 years experience (minimum 5 in an agency environment) in strategy and planning, with experience in marketing directly with/for retailers across CPG categories.
    • Dynamic personality able to effectively engage and influence a variety of audiences.
    • Passion for understanding the ‘why’s' of human behavior and a strong desire to improve/grow our clients’ business.
    • Strong analytical skills and creative skills.
    • Demonstrated client engagement skills and service orientation.
    • Proven leadership and organizational skills.
    • Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
    • Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability.
    • Capable of handling multiple clients and projects simultaneously
    • Experience leading, managing and developing other planners.
    • Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability.
    • Strong deadline orientation and ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
    • Ability to work in a flexible, dynamic and fast-paced environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word) and Google Suite (Mail, Docs, Drive). 
    • Travel is required on an as-needed basis.
    • High level of energy and enthusiasm.
    • Comfortable with high-pressure, fluid, and ambiguous situations
    • Ability to travel on an as-needed basis.
    ​The Mars Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state and/or federal laws, except where a bonafide occupational qualification applies. 
    The Mars Agency has developed a wide variety of inclusive benefit plans and policies that address and promote the needs of all employees and their family members, including comprehensive group health plans, a parental leave program that includes paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy, flexible paid time off, a broad and confidential employee assistance program, ongoing wellness support initiatives, trusted financial health advice and guidance, promotion of education through tuition support and assistance, and a flexible and supportive work environment and culture.
    The salary range for this role is based on location and experience and is $120,000- $135,000.
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Director, Strategic Planning
  • The Mars Agency
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • The Mars Agency is an award-winning, independently owned global commerce marketing practice with a growth-for-clients focus. With talent spanning the Americas, Europe, and Asia, we create breakthrough...
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Executive Director of Communications and Strategic Planning
  • Glenview School District 34
  • Glenview, IL OTHER
  • Position Type: AdministrationDate Posted: 5/7/2024Location: DistrictDate Available: July 1, 2024 PURPOSE: To provide leadership which supports the District's strategic plan through increasing public a...
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Director, Finance Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Merastar Insurance Company
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Location(s) Chicago, Illinois Details Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference i...
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Senior Strategic Planning Specialist
  • Renesas Electronics
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Company Description Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint i...
  • 13 Days Ago
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Funeral Pre-Planning Sales Representative & Aftercare Specialist
  • Envision Strategic Partners
  • Wheeling, IL FULL_TIME
  • In partnership with Kolsaak Funeral Home, Envision Strategic Partners is searching for a qualified professional to fill the position of Aftercare Specialist & Funeral Pre-Planning Sales Representative...
  • 3 Days Ago
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PR/Event Planning Director
  • Hiring Now!
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Description Rosemont, IL - Hybrid/Flexible Arrangement People. Planet. Community.Dairy's journey starts on the farm, and...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Schools and Strategy
  • North Lawndale College Prep High School
  • Chicago, IL
  • About this Role The Director of Schools and Strategy (DOSS) will collaborate with the NLCP Board, CPS Office of Incubati...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Strategy, Vice President – Consulting
  • Kaufman Hall
  • Chicago, IL
  • Title: Vice President, Strategy The Organization We help society’s foundational institutions—healthcare and higher educa...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Executive Director at Chicago United for Equity
  • Work Renewed
  • Chicago, IL
  • ORGANIZATION: Chicago United for Equity ROLE: Executive Director LOCATION: Chicago, IL(On Site) SALARY: $115,000 - $125,...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Financial Planning - Consulting
  • Kaufman Hall
  • Chicago, IL
  • Financial Planning The Organization We help society’s foundational institutions—healthcare and higher education—to achie...
  • 5/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director, Data Governance
  • Shure Incorporated
  • Niles, IL
  • Director, Data Governance Job ID 2024-3617 Category Accounting & Finance Job Locations US-IL-Niles Workplace Arrangement...
  • 5/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director, Strategy
  • Martin Brower
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Overview: Martin Brower is a global supply chain leader that provides smart, sustainable solutions for customers across ...
  • 5/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
  • LHH
  • Rosemont, IL
  • Director of FP&A- High growth PE backed manufacturer A growing PE backed manufacturer is looking to hire a high caliber ...
  • 5/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines is located at 42°2′2″N 87°53′59″W / 42.03389°N 87.89972°W / 42.03389; -87.89972 (42.033848, −87.899786). According to the 2010 census, Des Plaines has a total area of 14.415 square miles (37.33 km2), of which 14.28 square miles (36.99 km2) (or 99.06%) is land and 0.135 square miles (0.35 km2) (or 0.94%) is water. Des Plaines is traversed by two interstate highways – I-90 (the Northwest Tollway) and I-294 (the Tri-State Tollway). Des Plaines is named for the Des Plaines River, which flows through it. The name is from 18th-century French referencing the American sycamore which r...
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