Director of Strategic Programs
About The Position
The Director of Strategic Programs acts as the strategic partner to the CFO, owning project management including M&A sourcing through integration, change management for systems upgrades, budget prioritization and an enterprise PMO that delivers company-wide transformation. You will help run the CFO’s operating system, lead critical company-wide programs, and drive business reviews for ROI that align with C-Suite goals. Success in the Role (first 6–12 months) In 30 days, you will: Build relationships with key stakeholders and partners, including the Exec Leadership Team, Finance, and other senior leaders. Align on CFO priorities, business rhythms, and the operating calendar (planning, forecasts, ELT/Board cycles, etc.). Stand up functional reviews for strategic initiatives and budget planning. In 90 days, you will: Launch the organic investment review (ROIC model, tiered scorecards) driving start/stop/continue decisions. Establish the Enterprise PMO cadence across IT projects, Contract Manufacturing change management, M&A funnel and targeted value projects (e.g., software subscription spend reduction, indirect procurement, off-shoring). By 12 months, you will: Deliver measurable ROI productivity (portfolio rebalanced; ROIC lift; cycle time improvement). Advance at least one M&A transaction through stage gate process with a detailed Post Merger Integration plan. Hit key transformation milestones with KPI improvements aligned with Company goals Admin service SLAs met; CFO time alignment > 85% to top priorities. The Work (what you’ll do): Strategy & Internal Capital Investment Drive annual/long-range planning process with CFO and CEO; translate strategy into OKRs and decision memos. Run internal operations and organic investment reviews using ROIC/NPV scorecards; recommend rebalance actions and drive follow-through with ELT. Collaborate with ELT and junior staff across all functions on related Company goals. M&A / Corporate Development Build theses and target pipeline with ELT; maintain deal cadence and reporting. Own M&A stage gate process, due diligence orchestration, and executive decision points. Enterprise PMO & Transformation Stand up an Enterprise PMO for cross-company programs, including: Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) (pricing/CPQ/Rev Cloud, ERP/CRM handoffs). AR system modernization and finance operating mechanisms. Plexus integration and operational change management Point projects: software subscription spend reduction; indirect procurement optimization. Establish governance, RAID (risks/assumptions/issues/dependencies), benefits tracking, and vendor/change management. Operating System & Executive Comms Design and run the CFO’s operating rhythm (planning/OKRs, MBR/QBR, offsites). Serve as integrator across ELT; ensure fast, well framed decisions. Own CFO communications (updates, decision briefs, partner with IR & marketing to develop investor/partner talking points). Board & Governance Manage the Board preparation and follow up materials across the ELT; ensure concise, decision-oriented content. Leadership & Team Leads a small team; partners closely with Finance, Legal, People, Supply Chain, Product/Engineering, GTM, and Marketing. Location & Travel 4 days/week onsite Waltham HQ; up to 10% travel The HOW: Lead change with high energy and positive attitude. Implement Enterprise grade principles. Communicate clearly and frequently. Inspire others by example. Be authentic. Have fun while working hard.
Responsibilities
- Strategy & Internal Capital Investment Drive annual/long-range planning process with CFO and CEO; translate strategy into OKRs and decision memos.
- Run internal operations and organic investment reviews using ROIC/NPV scorecards; recommend rebalance actions and drive follow-through with ELT.
- Collaborate with ELT and junior staff across all functions on related Company goals.
- M&A / Corporate Development Build theses and target pipeline with ELT; maintain deal cadence and reporting.
- Own M&A stage gate process, due diligence orchestration, and executive decision points.
- Enterprise PMO & Transformation Stand up an Enterprise PMO for cross-company programs, including: Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) (pricing/CPQ/Rev Cloud, ERP/CRM handoffs).
- AR system modernization and finance operating mechanisms.
- Plexus integration and operational change management Point projects: software subscription spend reduction; indirect procurement optimization.
- Establish governance, RAID (risks/assumptions/issues/dependencies), benefits tracking, and vendor/change management.
- Operating System & Executive Comms Design and run the CFO’s operating rhythm (planning/OKRs, MBR/QBR, offsites).
- Serve as integrator across ELT; ensure fast, well framed decisions.
- Own CFO communications (updates, decision briefs, partner with IR & marketing to develop investor/partner talking points).
- Board & Governance Manage the Board preparation and follow up materials across the ELT; ensure concise, decision-oriented content.
- Leadership & Team Leads a small team; partners closely with Finance, Legal, People, Supply Chain, Product/Engineering, GTM, and Marketing.
Benefits
- Equity as part of your total compensation package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- A 401(k) plan (and 2% company match)
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)- take the time you need to recharge, with manager approval and business needs in mind
- Quarterly stipend for perks and benefits that matter most to you
- Tuition reimbursement available to support your ongoing learning and development
- Subscription to Calm
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
