Director, Corporate Strategy - Chicago, IL

ADM • Chicago, IL

287d • $151,000 - $283,000

About The Position

The Director, Corporate Strategy will play a crucial role in preparing CEO Board materials, organizing Executive Committee (EC) meetings, coordinating the preparation of materials, supporting the EC growth workshop, and leading the development of the strategic 5-year plan. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills and a proven track record in strategy consulting.

Requirements

• MBA from a top-tier business school is preferred.
• Experience in strategy consulting, preferably with a top-tier consulting firm preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to senior leadership and Board members.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in applying strategic frameworks and tools to guide analysis and decision-making and ability to create structured frameworks to break down complex problems into manageable components.
• Financial skillset needed to develop financial models, conduct financial analyses, and support decision-making processes.
• Proficient in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing data to inform decision-making.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, compile, and present comprehensive materials for Board meetings, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate Executive Committee meetings, including agenda setting, logistics, and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather, synthesize, and prepare materials for EC meetings, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Assist in the planning and execution of the Executive Committee growth workshop, including content development, facilitation, and follow-up activities.
• Lead the development and execution of the company's strategic 5-year plan, including market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and strategic initiatives identification.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of industry trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the progress of strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Master's degree