Vice President, Strategy

City of Philadelphia•Tinicum Township, PA

About The Position

The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President, Strategy to play a pivotal role in shaping the newly formed Strategy division. Reporting directly to the Chief Strategy Officer, this position will lead the creation and ongoing refinement of an innovative in-house agency model, drive strategic planning, and ensure effective execution of critical initiatives, particularly those focused on 2026 activations. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a track record of driving non-aeronautical revenue growth, improving stakeholder satisfaction, and fostering a culture of continuous innovation and agility.

Requirements

Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical capabilities
Strong leadership and coaching skills, capable of motivating and developing high-performing teams
Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships effectively
Highly agile, able to quickly adapt to evolving priorities and operational challenges
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 10+ years of strategic leadership experience, ideally within an in-house agency or strategic planning environment
Proven experience managing and developing large teams with a coaching and collaborative approach
Demonstrated success in revenue growth initiatives, stakeholder relationship management, and data-driven decision-making
Experience driving organizational change and implementing innovative processes and structures
Must pass and maintain SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and oversight to direct reports, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Lead strategic planning processes, establish clear objectives, define performance metrics, and leverage analytics to guide decision-making.
Continue to build and refine an in-house agency model designed to optimize resources, enhance creativity, and deliver exceptional work.
Develop and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with senior leadership across Operations, Finance, HR, Capital Development, and IT.
Foster effective partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders, including airlines, TSA, and CBP.
Drive initiatives focused on increasing non-aeronautical revenue and enhancing internal client satisfaction.
Implement and monitor performance metrics to track progress, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure strategic alignment.
Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and agility within the Strategy division.
Oversee the execution of strategic activations, particularly focused on high-profile events planned for 2026.

Benefits

City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

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