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Strategy Manager

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Itasca, IL, USA
Senior level
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Itasca, IL, USA
Senior level
Leads strategic initiatives and complex analyses focused on revenue growth, operational efficiency, investments, and enterprise priorities. Develops financial models, market assessments, operational diagnostics, and executive presentations for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. Partners with cross-functional leaders, manages workstreams, tracks strategic KPIs, facilitates alignment, and supports implementation of organizational priorities.
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We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic professional to join as a Strategy Manager supporting the Chief Strategy Officer. In this role, you will lead high-impact strategic initiatives and analyses that drive revenue growth, improve operational efficiency, and support enterprise decision-making. This position offers significant exposure to executive leadership and provides an opportunity to influence strategic priorities across the organization.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, analytics, or a related discipline required; MBA preferred. 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles. Prior experience working at a leading strategy consulting firm strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience leading strategic analyses and managing complex, cross-functional initiatives.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous business issues into actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Strong strategic thinking capabilities with experience evaluating growth opportunities, operational improvements, and enterprise priorities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL, Alteryx) is a plus.
  • Experience working with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot or Claude.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize findings and present recommendations to senior executives.
  • Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • High degree of intellectual curiosity, initiative, and ownership.
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across teams.
  • Commitment to company values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead strategic initiatives and analyses focused on revenue growth, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.
  • Structure and execute complex business analyses, including market assessments, financial modeling, operational diagnostics, and strategic evaluations.
  • Develop executive-level presentations and recommendations for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders across sales, operations, transformation, and other functions to identify opportunities and drive execution of strategic priorities.
  • Manage project workstreams independently, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality analyses and recommendations.
  • Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to align objectives, priorities, and implementation plans.
  • Monitor and track progress against strategic initiatives, key performance indicators, and enterprise goals.
  • Support decision-making related to new initiatives, investments, process improvements, and organizational priorities.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members as appropriate.
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