Strategic Planning Analyst II

Commerce Bank•Kansas City, MO

2d•$93,000 - $109,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Planning Analyst II supports the development, execution, and monitoring of strategic priorities across the organization. The role partners with business and support areas to analyze and synthesize information, develop executive-ready materials, support strategic programs and planning processes, and identify emerging trends and opportunities. It also coordinates the planning and overall execution of the organization’s annual Fall Conference. The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities with limited direction, and comfort working with leaders across the organization. This is a hybrid position, with three days per week in the office. The role is based at 1000 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, and requires travel as needed. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of banking and/or strategy experience.
Intermediate understanding of strategic planning best practices and innovation tools.
Intermediate understanding and application of Agile methodologies.
Strong financial acumen.
Ability to complete assignments with limited direction.
Strong change management, executive presence, situational adaptability, decision-making, analytical thinking, and presentation skills.
Ability to collaborate with and build trust with executive and senior leaders.
Ability and confidence to ask questions, offer solutions, retain information, and apply details to future situations.
Ability to develop and facilitate trainings and workshops.
Strong accuracy, prioritization, and customer service skills.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to identify and drive process improvements.
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Inquisitive and adaptable team player with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient in changing situations with an optimistic outlook aligned with the organization’s culture and Core Values.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel as needed.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Support the development, execution, and ongoing monitoring of strategic plans and priorities across the organization.
Provide analysis and insights to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities, challenges, and areas requiring additional focus.
Monitor strategic initiatives and progress, including preparing periodic analysis and reporting for strategic plans, Strategic Pillars, and other enterprise priorities.
Develop executive-level reporting, meeting materials, presentations, and talking points that communicate strategic priorities, progress, and key considerations.
Identify and research emerging trends, technologies, and signals that may have implications for the organization.
Support and facilitate strategic planning, innovation, and problem-solving sessions with business and support areas.
Partner with business and support areas to gather, organize, and synthesize information for strategic planning and executive reviews.
Support enterprise programs and strategic initiatives, including Blue Chip reporting, analysis, and ongoing program activities.
Coordinate planning and overall execution of the organization’s annual Fall Conference, working with stakeholders across the organization.
Develop content and coordinate logistics for strategic meetings, executive reviews, conferences, and Strategic Planning Office programs.
Lead or support projects across business units with moderate to significant complexity.
Identify opportunities to improve strategic planning processes, reporting, tools, and ways of working.
Build effective relationships with business partners, senior leaders, and other stakeholders across the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.