Strategic Planning Director jobs in Arlington Heights, 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
  • 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, 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.
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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...
  • 20 Days Ago
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Strategic Financial Planning & Analytics Manager
  • CBIZ
  • 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...
  • 26 Days Ago
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Manager - Technical Operations Strategic Planning
  • OneTen
  • 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
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Director, Planning
  • Spark Foundry
  • 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...
  • 9 Days Ago
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Director, Planning
  • Publicis Groupe
  • 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...
  • 9 Days Ago
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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...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Development Director
  • Viator House Of Hospitality
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Looking for an experienced development leader or mid-level leader with the capacity and interest to grow.Opportunity: Us...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director Logistics Technology & Automation Design"
  • Cj Logistics America Llc
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Director Logistics Technology & Automation DesignAre you passionate about Information Technology?Are you looking for an ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Operations, Wealth Services and Retirement Plan Services
  • Alera Group
  • Deerfield, IL
  • Overview: We are seeking a Director of Operations, Wealth Services and Retirement Plan Services with a deep background i...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Financial Planning - Consulting
  • Kaufman Hall
  • Chicago, IL
  • Financial Planning The Organization We help societys foundational institutionshealthcare and higher educationto achieve ...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director - Institutional Research and Analytics
  • Harper College
  • Palatine, IL
  • Job Description The Director, Research and Analytics drives the overall vision of the Office of Institutional Research b...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Project Development
  • Fcl Builders LLC
  • Itasca, IL
  • Job Description Job Description #LI-MN1 #ZR POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Director of Project Development builds and maintains...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Mgr, Natural Gas
  • CF Industries Employee Services LLC
  • Northbrook, IL
  • At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focus...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Arlington Heights, Illinois

Arlington Heights is a village in Cook County in the U.S. state of Illinois. A suburb of Chicago, it lies about 25 miles (40 km) northwest of the city's downtown. The population was 75,101 at the 2010 census. It is the most populous community in the United States that is incorporated as a "village", although it is not far ahead of its nearby Illinois neighboring villages of Schaumburg and adjacent Palatine. Arlington Heights is known for Arlington Park Race Track, home of the Arlington Million, a Breeders' Cup qualifying event; it also hosted the Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships...
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What does a Strategic Planning Director do?

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