Head of Operations Planning

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

The Head of Operations Planning establishes and leads Transamerica’s enterprise strategic planning framework, translating company objectives into integrated priorities, investment decisions, and measurable outcomes. The role advises executive leadership and aligns functions across the organization to accelerate execution, strengthen accountability, and deliver sustainable business value. The position leads long-range and annual planning, strategic prioritization, performance monitoring, portfolio governance, and oversight of interconnected strategic programs. It partners with the Project Management Office, IT, Finance, and business leaders, and establishes the methods, tools, governance, performance reviews, and communication standards that support enterprise planning and execution. This role is based in an office environment and involves occasional travel of less than 10% for strategic planning sessions, leadership meetings, and enterprise initiatives. The stated annual salary range is $200,000–$250,000, with potential eligibility for an annual bonus at the Company’s discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, strategy, economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, business transformation, portfolio management, or a related discipline.
Experience leading complex, enterprise-wide initiatives involving multiple business areas, systems, stakeholders, and competing priorities.
Experience advising executive leaders and influencing enterprise strategy, investment decisions, and organizational priorities.
Experience developing long-range plans, business cases, operating models, performance measures, and benefits realization frameworks.
Advanced knowledge of strategic planning, portfolio governance, program management, organizational change, and business performance practices.
Ability to evaluate complex business issues, synthesize qualitative and quantitative information, and develop actionable recommendations.
Ability to influence decisions, resolve conflict, and build alignment across executive, functional, and operational stakeholders.
Exceptional executive communication, facilitation, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strategic planning, portfolio management, and data visualization tools.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business, finance, strategy, or a related field.
Experience leading strategy or transformation within a complex, regulated organization.
Experience developing or transforming an enterprise strategic planning function.
Experience with scenario planning, financial modeling, market analysis, and operating model design.

Responsibilities

Establish and lead the enterprise strategic planning process, including long-range planning, annual planning, strategic prioritization, and performance monitoring.
Advise executive leadership on enterprise priorities, strategic alternatives, emerging risks, investment decisions, and opportunities to improve business performance.
Translate company objectives into actionable strategies, operating plans, performance measures, and governance practices across functions and business areas.
Partner with the Project Management Office, Information Technology, Finance, and business leaders to oversee the enterprise portfolio management process.
Govern evaluation and prioritization of strategic initiatives, including business case development, resource planning, benefits realization, risk assessment, and investment alignment.
Oversee interconnected strategic programs and resolve enterprise-level dependencies, critical milestones, resource constraints, scope changes, and execution risks.
Establish executive dashboards and performance reviews measuring progress, financial and operational outcomes, strategic risks, and benefits realization.
Champion enterprise transformation and organizational change while promoting accountability, collaboration, innovation, and customer service excellence.
Define and implement strategic planning and program management methodologies, tools, decision rights, governance forums, and communication standards.
Build organizational strategic planning capabilities and foster alignment among executive leaders, functional teams, and other key stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Annual bonus for eligible employees.
Pension plan.
401(k) match.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Disability insurance.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employee discounts.
Career training and development opportunities.
Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten paid holidays per year.
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, including Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
Fifteen days of paid parental leave per calendar year for eligible employees with at least one year of service.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Back-Up Care Program.
PTO for volunteer hours.
Employee matching gifts program.
Employee Resource Groups.
Inclusion and diversity programs.
Employee recognition program.
Referral bonus programs.