Strategic Planning Director jobs in Connecticut
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
Sr. Associate - Strategic Planning
- Organizational Performance Group
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Woodbridge, CT
FULL_TIME
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Organizational Performance GroupSenior Associate – Strategic Planning EmphasisAbout the FirmOPG is an organizational development, management, and leadership consulting firm that believes people and their ability to work together are critical to the success of organizations – we believe that organizations that inspire and empower their employees have a competitive advantage.We help our clients achieve their best by aligning people and processes in support of a shared vision. OPG works closely with its clients, developing long-lasting relationships, as we work together to implement customized organizational development services. Our clients are from all sectors of the economy: from well-established companies to entrepreneurial businesses; from government organizations to educational institutions; from nonprofit agencies to religious denominations.Internally, OPG has a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Every OPG citizen contributes to this environment.About the PositionThis position is one of the most important drivers of firm success. The person in this position will be on a rapid track to partner, engaged in discussions and decisions about the firm’s direction.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a seasoned consultant whose career has included bottom line responsibility and management of a team, as well as management consulting, strategic planning, executive coaching, or training experience. They are comfortable and dynamic in front of a group and can effectively teach topics such as team-building and leadership to groups made up of high-level executives or entry-level staff. They are familiar with organizational development concepts and are well-read on management and leadership topics such as change management, performance management, and strategic planning. They bring intellectual zing and charismatic gravitas to every endeavor and are comfortable working in a small team for a fast-paced, growing firm. The Senior Associate is a client project leader and rainmaker. They can make sales and close deals.ResponsibilitiesClient Services· Lead strategic planning, team building, facilitation, and other organizational development services to clients at the expert level· Present information to groups ranging in size from 6 to over 100 people· Identify issues and form hypotheses; perform organizational diagnoses· Formulate and implement recommendations and solutions for client organizations· Navigate through complex challenges and issues that involve individuals, teams, and organizations.· Run focus groups and facilitate workshops· Carry out or oversee research and data collection as needed for projectsMarketing/Outreach· Reach out to potential clients on international, national, state, and local levels· Coordinate, attend, and lead effective and productive sales calls and meetings with current and potential clients· Prepare winning proposalsProject Management· Manage projects and programs, including leading and managing those within a project team, such as analysts and support staff· Plan, organize, lead, and complete projects· Ensure the client receives the assistance needed to implement recommendations and solutions· Maintain the leadership role in the management of the client relationship· Successfully handle multiple projects at the same timeOrganizational Citizenship· Mentor junior associates· Participate in administrative and marketing aspects of the firm as needed· Travel for client consultations; this requirement might include domestic or international overnight travel; average travel is 4-5 nights/month· Must be flexible in hours and be available on some evenings and weekends; this is not a 9-5 job· Able to give and receive critical feedback in the service of maintaining and evolving OPG’s culture and operationsRequirements· Master’s degree preferably in organizational development or a closely related field; expertise and theoretical grounding in coaching and Leadership· Experience in a significant role in an organization in order to bring first-hand management and leadership experience to OPG’s clients· Well-networked with a proven sales track record· Entrepreneurial attitude appropriate to a small and growing firm· Experience in building strategic relationships· Strong oral and written communication skills, computer literate with word processing, PowerPoint, and Excel· Advanced document formatting skills· Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment, collaboratively with colleagues· Ability to develop good conceptual ideas into practical applications· Ability to independently meet schedules and deadlines· Common sense and high emotional intelligence (interpersonally adept)· Superb customer service orientation· Is a life-long learner· Must have the ability to move easily throughout a room for 8-10 hours at a time and the ability to life up to 30 pounds· Works collaboratively at building internal staff capacity· Ability to effectively present information to individuals at all levels of the organization· Ability to interact with clients from the C-suite to the front lines· Ability to move into the role of Partner within 5-8 years of joining the firm· Deep cross-cultural competenceCompensation PackageThe Senior Associate position is a full-time staff position. Compensation and benefits include a generous base salary, enrollment in a 401k (after one year), health and dental insurance, bonuses, as well as other outstanding benefits and perks. There is potential for rapid upward mobility in our rapidly growing firm.OPG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively seek people with deep cross-cultural competence.Review of resumes is ongoing, and the position will be open until filled. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. No unsolicited phone calls, please. We appreciate your interest in working for OPG.
- 2 Days Ago
Planning Director
- City of Danbury
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Danbury, CT
FULL_TIME
- The City of Danbury is announcing an opening for the position of Planning DirectorGeneral Statement of DutiesUnder the direction of the Mayor, the Planning Director manages and supervises all activiti...
- 10 Days Ago
Transportation Planner 2 (40 Hour) (Strategic Planning)
- State of Connecticut - Department of Transportation
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Newington, CT
FULL_TIME
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for a challenging and exciting Transportation Planner 2 position to assist in leading community project plan...
- 26 Days Ago
Assistant Director Strategic Communications
- University of New Haven
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West Haven, CT
FULL_TIME
- Assistant Director of Strategic Communications Who we are: The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New...
- 13 Days Ago
Director, Financial Planning
- Webster Bank
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Stamford, CT
FULL_TIME
- If you’re looking for a meaningful career, you’ll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, business...
- 1 Month Ago
Director, Supply Planning (Cuisinart)
- Cuisinart
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Stamford, CT
FULL_TIME
- Conair, a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of personal care, health & beauty products, premium kitchen electrics, tools, and cookware, is seeking a Director, Supply Planning for the C...
- 1 Month Ago
Strategic Planning Director jobs at Popular Companies
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...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Strategic Planning and Initiatives
- ECI Software Solutions
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Lawrence, PA
- Equipment & Controls, Inc. is a successful and innovative Emerson Impact Partner. ECI provides an entrepreneurial opport...
- 4/19/2024 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...
- 4/18/2024 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...
- 4/18/2024 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 ...
- 4/17/2024 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...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vice President Information Technology
- ICX Group
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Jacksonville, FL
- ICX Group is actively recruiting for two VP of IT roles with our clients in the Jacksonville area. These roles are direc...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vice President Information Technology
- Icx Group
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Jacksonville, FL
- ICX Group is actively recruiting for two VP of IT roles with our clients in the Jacksonville area. These roles are direc...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Connecticut
Connecticut is bordered on the south by Long Island Sound, on the west by New York, on the north by Massachusetts, and on the east by Rhode Island. The state capital and fourth largest city is Hartford, and other major cities and towns (by population) include Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Danbury, New Britain, Greenwich, and Bristol. Connecticut is slightly larger than the country of Montenegro. There are 169 incorporated towns in Connecticut.The highest peak in Connecticut is Bear Mountain in Salisbury in the northwest corner of the state. The highest point is just east...
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Income Estimation for Strategic Planning Director jobs
$247,651 to $321,919
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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