Strategic Planning Director jobs in Illinois
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)
Recently Added Strategic Planning Director jobs
Director, Strategic Planning
- The Mars Agency
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
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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 to work remotely or hybrid and be located in Dallas, New York, Chicago, or Denver. 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.#dp#LI-BS1#LI-Hybrid - 22 Days Ago
Funeral Pre-Planning Sales Representative & Aftercare Specialist
- Envision Strategic Partners
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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...
- 24 Days Ago
Strategic Financial Planning & Analytics Manager
- CBIZ
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Status Category: Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 Job Code: AV213 About our Business CBIZ Private Equity Advisory is the dedicated private equity advisory practice of C...
- 2 Days Ago
Manager - Technical Operations Strategic Planning
- OneTen
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionThere's never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We're on a path toward becoming the best airline in aviation history. Our shared purpose - Connecting People, Uniting the Wo...
- 1 Month Ago
Director, Planning
- Spark Foundry
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Company Description About Spark Foundry: Spark Foundry is a global media agency that exists to bring HEAT – Higher Engagement, Affinity, and Transactions – to brands. By combining flawless media funda...
- 13 Days Ago
Director, Planning
- Publicis Groupe
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionAbout Spark Foundry: Spark Foundry is a global media agency that exists to bring HEAT – Higher Engagement, Affinity, and Transactions – to brands. By combining flawless media fundam...
- 13 Days Ago
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- People With Chemistry
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New York, NY
- My client is seeking a Strategic Planning Director-VP to lead their team of Strategic Planners, Senior Planners, and Pla...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Administrative Director of Strategic Planning
- Mainegeneral Health
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Augusta, ME
- MaineGeneral Health Administrative Director of Strategic Planning Augusta , Maine Apply Now Job Summary:The Administrati...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Strategic Planning & Policy
- Mercy Housing
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Denver, CO
- At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where co...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Strategic Planning & Policy
- Mercy Housing
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Denver, CO
- At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where co...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
VP Director - Strategic Planning (Communications)
- Meet
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- Meet is partnered with a Healthcare Advertising Services company in need of a Vice President to lead their digital strat...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Strategic Planning
- 80Twenty
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- Overview: Our client is a household brand in supporting Elementary students across the country for over 2 decades! They ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Strategic Planning
- 80Twenty
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- Our client is a household brand in supporting Elementary students across the country for over 2 decades! They are search...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Strategic Planning Director
- Cox Communications, Inc.
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Atlanta, GA
- Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Strategy & Corporate Development Job Profile Strategic Planning Director M...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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What does a Strategic Planning Director do?
Strategic Planning Director in Modesto, CA
Rick is an international business attorney and currently sits on the Board of Directors and provides general counsel, risk management and compliance services to foreign companies entering the U.S.
January 18, 2020
Strategic Planning Director in Hialeah, FL
The not-for-profit organization is governed by an independent board of directors and is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana.
January 18, 2020
Whether your HR function is a department of one or of many, basic Human Resources strategic planning that includes internal organizational needs assessment and external benchmark comparisons is needed.
November 29, 2019
Strategic Planning Director in Norwich, CT
Strategic plans become the budget’s descriptive front end, often projecting five years of financials in order to appear “strategic.” But management typically commits only to year one; in the context of years two through five, “strategic” actually means “impressionistic.”.
January 25, 2020
Bridgespan Group Manager Laura Lanzerotti recently asked members of the Bridgespan LinkedIn communities about their organizations’ experiences moving from strategic planning to implementation.
February 03, 2020