Director, Strategy Realization

Graybar•Chesterfield, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Director, Strategy Realization you will execute key strategic initiatives that shape the Company’s organizational processes, capabilities, and operating model. In this role you will: In collaboration with district and business units, consistently drive strategic initiatives forward. Guide high-impact programs with a focus on aligning each initiative with corporate values and objectives. Facilitate decisive actions and proactively address obstacles to ensure that strategic project plans are completed timely and on budget. Apply and maintain frameworks to monitor and measure the business impact of strategic initiatives, ensuring effort translates into meaningful outcomes. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with districts and business units providing a consistent flow of information and education on project status and goals. Communicate effectively to overcome obstacles, align diverse opinions, and prepare stakeholders for change as the organization implements new initiatives. Proactively identify potential risks, delays, and gaps in decision-making, ensuring prompt escalation and resolution to maintain project momentum. Track and report performance against strategic targets in partnership with functional owners, including productivity, margin improvement, diversification, and market share outcomes. Operate and support governance structures for strategic programs, including steering committees, executive reviews, and escalation forums and recommend improvements as needed.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in general management
Four-year degree
Wholesale distribution experience preferred
Large-scale project management experience
Knowledge of the electrical distribution industry
Finance and accounting
Interpersonal and communication skills
Influencing and collaborating effectively across diverse teams
Organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
Business acumen
Ability to transition between high-level strategic planning and hands-on execution
Ability to execute within a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Ability to implement long-term strategic plans
Ability to motivate others

Responsibilities

Drive strategic initiatives forward in collaboration with district and business units.
Guide high-impact programs, aligning each initiative with corporate values and objectives.
Facilitate decisive actions and address obstacles to ensure timely and on-budget completion of strategic project plans.
Apply and maintain frameworks to monitor and measure the business impact of strategic initiatives.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with districts and business units, providing consistent information flow and education on project status and goals.
Communicate effectively to overcome obstacles, align diverse opinions, and prepare stakeholders for change.
Proactively identify potential risks, delays, and gaps in decision-making, ensuring prompt escalation and resolution.
Track and report performance against strategic targets in partnership with functional owners.
Operate and support governance structures for strategic programs, including steering committees, executive reviews, and escalation forums, and recommend improvements.

Benefits

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
Profit Sharing Plans.
401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
Paid Holidays.
Paid Wellness Day.
Community Time Off.
Employee Recognition Program.
Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.