Director of Strategy and Innovation

The Director of Strategy and Innovation will partner with senior leaders across the company to manage and drive 's large, annual strategic initiatives and corporate innovation projects. This role will provide structure and accountability that bridge thoughtful strategy, detailed planning, and disciplined execution for strategic projects. The role requires strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills, the ability to breakdown and redesign processes, as well as the capability to successfully manage and implement multiple projects. This role will lead cross-functional teams to drive key organizational projects that will result in both short and long-term growth of the organization.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:Strategy Execution - 50%Manages portfolio of projects including designing objectives, work plans, and metrics to achieve business goals.Works directly with senior leaders across a variety of functions to manage and drive successful completion of strategic business initiatives.Leads cross-functional teams and ensure all work is coordinated. Works across multiple teams to deliver a holistic solution.Supports change management activities for stakeholders to drive adoption and achieve project goals.Produces executive level communications including regular project updates.Advises and makes recommendations to business leaders on key strategic and tactical decisions.Supports annual strategic exercises including strategic planning and developing strategy communicationsProcess Mapping & Redesign - 30%Facilitates process workshops to identify, analyze, and document existing processes.Develops detailed process maps and workflows to visualize current operations and identify inefficiencies.Engages key stakeholders to gather requirements, align objectives, and ensure buy-in for process improvements.Proposes and implements process redesigns aimed at improving efficiency, customer experience, and optimizing resource allocation.Team Management - 20%Manages project management resources, providing guidance and oversight to uphold project management routines and best practices to enhance organizational effectiveness.Directs and motivates associates to achieve desired goals Interviews and selects candidates for hireMaintains the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team Conducts annual performance evaluations; coaches associates to maximum performanceParticipates in annual Succession Planning and Talent Review pre-planningSECONDARY FUNCTIONS (IF APPLICABLE)May work on special projects or other duties as assignedSUPERVISORY/BUDGETARY/EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION RESPONSIBILITYManages 1 non-exempt direct reportQUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONSUndergraduate degree in related discipline.Master's degree in Business or previous experience in consulting and/or strategy.May substitute 10+ years of subject matter experience in place of Master's.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to adhere to and exhibit the Company Values at all times Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams Working knowledge of Salesforce or relative CRM systems Working knowledge of document management systemsAbility to effectively manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills - both oral and written Ability to build strong business relationships at all levels Strong interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Solid critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills Ability to consistently meet goals, commitments, and deadlines Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentialityKEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREDEnsures AccountabilityAction Oriented Manages Ambiguity Business Insight Communicates EffectivelyManages ComplexityGlobal Perspective Cultivates InnovationInterpersonal Savvy Plans and Aligns PHYSICAL, MENTAL, WORKING CONDITION, AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSTypical office environment - sedentary with typing, writing, reading requirementsMay be able to sit or standSpeaking, reading, writing, ability to use a telephone and computerAbility to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionallyAbility to interpret various instructionsAbility to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardizationTravel not requiredWhat is in it for youCompany-paid bene?ts (Basic Life and AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Compass Health Advocate and Transitions).Healthcare bene?t options (Value Plan, High Deductible Plan with HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Prepaid Legal Services, 529 Savings Plan, Pet Insurance).Paid maternity and paternity leave.Company sponsored 401k plan with company matching.PTO that accrues at a rate of 15 days/year for 1st year and continues to increase with tenure.Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.An opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art facility in Alpharetta which features an on-site daycare and cafeteria, world-class fitness center and wellness clinic.EEO StatementLocum Tenens is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates

Created: 2025-01-30