Strategic Planning Director
Compass Group•Chicago, IL
•$130,000 - $170,000
About The Position
The Strategic Planning Director develops and executes strategic partnerships that drive business growth and strengthen CBC's position within the specialty coffee industry. This role serves as the primary liaison with key manufacturing partners, industry organizations, and strategic affiliates, identifying growth opportunities, cultivating high-value relationships, and expanding CBC's customer pipeline. Working cross-functionally with leadership and external partners, this position builds long-term partnership strategies and ensures CBC remains a preferred partner throughout the coffee supply chain.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Hospitality, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, channel management, national accounts, or related roles.
- Proven success developing partnerships that drive revenue growth and business expansion.
- Experience managing manufacturer, supplier, distributor, or strategic partner relationships.
- Strong project management, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions and leadership levels.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in specialty coffee, beverage, foodservice, distribution, hospitality, manufacturing, or CPG industries preferred.
- A relationship-driven business development leader with a proven ability to build strategic partnerships, influence executive stakeholders, identify growth opportunities, and deliver measurable business results within coffee, foodservice, beverage, distribution, or related industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with key coffee manufacturers, strategic partners, and industry leaders.
- Identify and manage partnership opportunities that generate qualified leads and support long-term revenue growth.
- Lead collaborative projects from opportunity identification through implementation, ensuring measurable business results.
- Serve as CBC's primary contact for Foodbuy and Tradecraft, strengthening partnerships and identifying growth opportunities.
- Partner with Tradecraft leadership to position CBC as the preferred distribution and service partner.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of strategic partnership opportunities, tracking milestones and outcomes.
- Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Executive Leadership to align partnership strategies with business objectives.
- Represent CBC at industry events, customer meetings, and partner engagements to increase brand awareness and cultivate new business relationships.
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities, providing recommendations that support growth.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
