Director of Strategy & Analytics

Kepler Group delivers engineered marketing that connects brands and consumers through personalized, data-driven campaigns. The team acts as either an agency of record or as an integrated in-house partner, applying data and technology across all paid digital media and CRM channels to create measurable impact. Named one of AdAge's Best Places to Work in 2022, Kepler Group values transparency and professional growth. Employees receive regular updates on company financials, progress toward bonus goals, and strategies for meeting challenges. The company invests in its people and encourages shaping its future direction. Transparent communication about business performance and goals Strong focus on career development and advancement opportunities Collaborative culture with talented colleagues who make work enjoyable About the Strategy & Activation Team This group brings together media traders skilled in optimizing ad platforms across biddable channels: social, SEM, video/Advanced TV, and programmatic DSP media (including audio, DOOH, native, and display). The team goes beyond trading, serving as strategic experts who partner with clients, develop ad tech solutions, and automate internal processes to increase value. Role Overview: Associate Director of Strategy & Activation The Associate Director will guide and mentor a team focused on using data insights, innovative practices, and creative strategies to help clients succeed. This leadership role calls for someone who can combine hands-on expertise with big-picture thinking to deliver results across digital media channels.

About WPPWPP is the trusted partner for the world's leading brands, combining advanced media intelligence and data solutions with innovative creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions, and expert strategic guidance. We empower our clients to navigate change and seize opportunities for transformational growth, supported by our exceptional talent and our dynamic marketing platform, WPP Open. For more details, please visit WPP.com.About WPP MediaWPP Media is WPP's global media collective, dedicated to leveraging the power of media and creativity to deliver breakthrough results for our clients. We unite top talent and partners to create unparalleled growth opportunities in a media-rich environment. Discover more at wppmedia.com.At WPP Media, we value our culture and our people, which drives us to provide exceptional experiences for our clients and one another. In this role, it is essential to embody WPP and WPP Media's core values:Be Extraordinary by leading collectively to inspire transformational creativity.Create an Open environment by balancing people and client experiences with trust.Lead Optimistically by championing growth and development to mobilize the enterprise.About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media BrandEssenceMediacom is a modern media agency grounded in analytics and insights. We harness the power of data and technology to drive significant results for top brands, helping clients navigate the complexities of modern marketing to achieve consumer engagement. Our agency is designed for the new communication economy, focusing on continuous evolution and innovation.

Join NielsenIQ as an Associate Director of Strategy and Corporate Development, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic initiatives and driving corporate growth. This leadership position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in corporate development and strategy execution.

Kelly Scott Madison (KSM) is an independent media and advertising agency headquartered in Chicago, IL. The agency brings together strategists, technologists, and data analysts to help brand partners build stronger connections with consumers and drive business growth. As a mid-sized team, KSM values individual contributions and supports ongoing professional development. Role overview The Associate Director of Retail Media Analytics & Strategy leads analytics initiatives for major retail accounts. This role centers on applying data-driven insights to inform client decisions and shape effective retail media strategies. What you will do Oversee strategic analytics projects for key retail clients Translate data into actionable recommendations for retail media campaigns Guide clients in making informed decisions based on analytics findings What KSM values Collaboration among strategists, technologists, and analysts Meaningful contributions from every team member Opportunities for professional growth

Role Overview Curaleaf is hiring a Director of Retail Marketing Activation in Chicago, IL. This role leads the development and execution of retail marketing strategies aimed at increasing customer engagement and driving sales. The position plays a key part in shaping how Curaleaf connects with consumers and strengthens its brand presence. What You Will Do Direct the planning and rollout of marketing campaigns across retail channels Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure campaigns align with business goals and brand guidelines Monitor and interpret market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to inform marketing decisions Adjust strategies to optimize performance and achieve desired outcomes Who You Will Work With This role partners with teams across the organization, including marketing, sales, and brand management, to deliver cohesive and effective retail marketing initiatives.

About LanternLantern is a cutting-edge specialty care platform that connects individuals to top-tier medical professionals exactly when they need it. By assembling a Network of Excellence made up of the nation's leading specialists in surgery, oncology, infusion therapy, and more, Lantern not only offers outstanding care but also provides significant cost savings for employers and their employees. Our members are supported by a dedicated care team, including Care Advocates and nurses, throughout their entire healthcare journey, ensuring they return to good health, reunite with their families, and get back to work. With easy access to specialists nationwide, Lantern guarantees that quality care is just a drive away for the majority. Trusted by some of the largest employers in the nation, we proudly serve over 6 million members across the country. Discover more about us at lanterncare.com.About You:You employ LOGIC in your decision-making process, understanding that progress is vital for enacting meaningful change. You prioritize executing your content while thriving in a fast-paced environment, and you recognize the importance of celebrating both minor and major victories.INCLUSION is a core value for you. You believe in the significance of a diverse and inclusive environment, and you actively seek out the opportunity to work alongside a team that brings varied experiences and perspectives.Your GRIT, determination, and ambition empower you to tackle substantial challenges. Big challenges necessitate innovative solutions and a collaborative team that supports new ideas.You possess a deep commitment to your customers, ensuring that HUMANITY remains at the forefront of every decision. Your customers are not just users of your product; they are the driving force behind your motivation to create meaningful change.Integrity is your guiding principle, focusing on the TRUTH rather than providing people with the answers they wish to hear.You excel in a collaborative team environment, as you believe that teamwork is essential for innovation and effecting change.These principles of LIGHT remind our team that we are making a significant impact by offering guidance and support in navigating the often complex and confusing landscape of healthcare. We hope that through this LIGHT, individuals can find their way to the most suitable care, resources, and support they need to resume their lives.If this resonates with you, we would be thrilled to connect and discuss career opportunities at Lantern.Please apply through our recruitment platform.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Growth Strategy to lead our channel management and sales initiatives. This key role will be responsible for developing and executing innovative strategies that drive growth and profitability across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of analytical prowess and creative thinking, enabling them to identify opportunities and deliver actionable insights.

We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, parents, and those with disabilities. As an equal opportunity employer, Walker Sands is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our team.When applying, please feel free to share your preferred pronouns (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs).If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us.The OpportunityWalker Sands is seeking an Associate Director of Content to spearhead and enhance our content delivery strategies that yield impactful business results for B2B brands.This senior, client-facing position is ideal for a candidate who possesses both strategic insight and practical knowledge in demand generation content. You will collaborate closely with our paid media, strategy, analytics, and other teams to design and implement content that facilitates integrated campaigns from initial engagement to conversion.Your role will be pivotal in shaping demand generation content programs, advising clients and teams, and ensuring the output is not only expertly crafted but also effective.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Demand Generation Content StrategyFormulate content strategies that align with integrated demand generation campaigns and conversion objectives.Collaborate with paid media, strategy, analytics, and other teams to synchronize messaging with audience, channel, and campaign strategies.Oversee the development of critical campaign assets, including emails, landing pages, and lead generation materials.Utilize performance insights and testing to continuously refine and enhance content.Support new business initiatives through strategic planning, scoping, and client discussions.Create and Elevate B2B ContentManage and contribute to a variety of content types, including campaign materials, blogs, bylines, ebooks, white papers, and research reports.Step in as the lead writer or editor for complex or priority projects.Assist clients in translating intricate concepts into clear, credible, and engaging content.Ensure that content meets buyer needs, channel standards, and performance targets.Act as a trusted advisor to clients, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.

At Beyond Finance, we are dedicated to empowering individuals to break free from the burdens of overwhelming debt and embark on a journey toward financial stability. Our compassionate approach, combined with a robust focus on compliance, ethical practices, and innovative technology, has enabled us to assist over one million clients in achieving their financial goals. We are on the lookout for passionate team members who want to join our mission and contribute to our continued growth and success. As a Strategy and Operations Associate, you will play a pivotal role in driving impactful projects and enhancing our operational capabilities, working closely with our Executive Team to shape the future of our business.

Galapagos is a pioneering global biotechnology firm (Euronext & Nasdaq: GLPG) with a presence in Europe, the U.S., and Asia, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through transformative science and innovation. As we embark on a new phase of our evolution, we are prioritizing disciplined capital stewardship and groundbreaking business development to cultivate a robust pipeline of innovative clinical programs. With a strong financial foundation, Galapagos is actively seeking value-enhancing opportunities to create a significant impact for patients and stakeholders.Position Overview:Director of Corporate StrategyRole Responsibilities:Galapagos is in search of a Director of Corporate Strategy to collaborate with the VP of Corporate Strategy in shaping the enterprise and portfolio strategy while facilitating critical strategic decision-making across the organization.This position is tailored for a dynamic strategic leader capable of merging detailed analysis with strong synthesis, superior executive communication, and sound judgment in a rapidly evolving biotech atmosphere. The Director will be pivotal in portfolio planning, assessing internal and external opportunities, and crafting materials for senior leadership and the Board.By working closely with senior stakeholders from Strategy, R&D, Finance, and Business Development, this role guarantees that strategic priorities are clearly articulated, well-informed, and effectively conveyed.Key Responsibilities:Facilitate the development of enterprise and portfolio strategies through structured analysis and synthesis of internal and external data.Create frameworks and insights that will guide portfolio decisions, growth priorities, and capital allocation strategies.Develop materials and recommendations that support decision-making on essential strategic issues.Formulate strategies for portfolio planning, including establishing decision criteria and developing scenarios.External Analysis & Strategic Insights:Recognize and synthesize industry trends, competitive dynamics, and innovation themes.Generate enterprise-level perspectives across therapeutic areas, modalities, and organizations.Engage with external experts and thought leaders to enhance strategic evaluations.Lead in-depth strategic projects evaluating risks, opportunities, and strategic alignment.

About Loop At Loop, we are dedicated to unlocking profits trapped in the supply chain while reducing costs for consumers. We tackle the challenges posed by inaccurate data and inefficient workflows that hinder working capital and inflate costs for all stakeholders in the supply chain. Our cutting-edge audit and pay platform leverages domain-driven AI to simplify the complexities of supply chain data and documentation. By enhancing visibility into transportation spending, we empower companies to take control of their costs and maximize profitability. Esteemed industry leaders such as J.P. Morgan Chase, Great Dane, Emerge, and Loadsmart collaborate with Loop because of our innovative solutions. We are backed by investors including J.P. Morgan, Index Ventures, Founders Fund, 8VC, Susa Ventures, and Flexport, alongside numerous distinguished angel investors. Our team brings a wealth of expertise from renowned companies such as Uber, Google, Flexport, Meta, Samsara, Intuit, and Rakuten, as well as established industry leaders like C.H. Robinson. About the Role As we expand, Loop is establishing a Strategy and Operations team to spearhead essential functions. This role encompasses various responsibilities, including addressing customer business challenges, enhancing customer support, facilitating product development, and conducting data analysis and management. You will work across functions to boost customer adoption and create significant value for our users and clients. Key Responsibilities Integrate with customer, product, and operations teams at major global corporations to enhance customer value. Accelerate our capacity to deliver new product offerings for global brands by thoroughly understanding how to drive customer success. Collaborate with data science, market strategies, and operations teams to proactively resolve issues and prepare Loop for scaling. Act as the internal voice of the customer, providing insights from customers and operations to product teams, and bridging gaps for features that are yet to be developed. Showcase robust execution skills, a deep understanding of Loop’s product offerings, and how they alleviate customer pain points. Support critical business partners to foster growth and customer delivery in Loop’s key business segments. Develop and nurture relationships with customer stakeholders, ensuring Loop consistently delivers value to them. About You You possess a college degree with a quantitative focus in analytics, finance, economics, or a related field. You have over 3 years of professional experience in consulting or a related field.

Role Overview Harbor Global is seeking a Senior Director of Data & AI Strategy. This leadership role sets the direction for how data and artificial intelligence support business decisions and innovation across the company. The position is open to candidates based in Chicago, throughout the United States and Canada (remote), and the UK (remote). What You Will Do Lead organization-wide initiatives that use data and AI to inform strategic choices and improve outcomes. Work closely with teams across departments to spot opportunities for innovation and operational improvement. Deliver insights that support Harbor Global's business goals. Shape the company’s vision for data and AI, setting the standard for how these tools are used. Develop and maintain frameworks for data governance and best practices that encourage a data-driven culture. Guide the integration of advanced analytics and machine learning models into business processes. Who We’re Looking For Demonstrated experience leading data and AI strategy at a senior level. Strong background in data governance, analytics, and machine learning. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex ideas clearly. Proven track record of driving innovation and operational efficiency through data-driven initiatives.

Join The Aparecio Foundation as a Volunteer Board Strategy Director and play a critical role in shaping our organizational direction. You will be responsible for creating comprehensive business plans that encompass training, development, fundraising, marketing, community partnerships, and recruitment efforts.Your leadership will help establish clear goals for the foundation, while ensuring that action plans are effectively communicated and executed. You will analyze the impact of business strategies and apply best practices to maximize our effectiveness.Additionally, you will evaluate our progress towards achieving business objectives and collaborate with fellow Board members to assess the efficiency of our strategies.

About UsKardigan is a pioneering heart health company dedicated to making cardiovascular disease preventable, treatable, and ultimately no longer the leading cause of death globally.Our mission is to develop multiple targeted therapies simultaneously, ensuring individuals with cardiovascular diseases receive the cures they rightfully deserve. Under the guidance of co-founders Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, M.D., Ph.D., and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., who previously led MyoKardia in discovering and developing mavacamten—the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, which led to MyoKardia's acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020—we are equipped with an innovative research platform, an advanced pipeline of late-stage candidates, and a top-tier team committed to enhancing patient outcomes. At Kardigan, our values shape our work culture and interactions as we strive to achieve our goals. We are driven by patients and their families, prioritizing their needs above all. Authenticity is key; we cultivate an environment of acceptance and truth to foster the best in everyone. With an eagerness to learn, we promote curiosity and adaptability. Our commitment to winning as a team emphasizes urgency, excellence, and mutual support, while we also enable the impossible, recognizing our responsibility to innovate and advance scientific discoveries for our patients. These foundational values empower us to make a tangible difference every day.

Role Overview DoorDash, Inc. is hiring a Director of Strategy and Operations. This leader will help shape operational strategies and guide growth efforts across several markets. The position works closely with senior teams to influence important decisions and set direction. Locations New York, NY San Francisco, CA Chicago, IL Los Angeles, CA

Join Red Chalk Group as an Associate/Senior Associate in Chicago, where you will play a pivotal role in advising clients on critical strategic matters encompassing growth strategies, mega-trends, disruptive technologies, and intellectual property management. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual dedicated to maximizing client impacts while enhancing our firm's capabilities through innovative thought leadership.In this role, you will deliver vital analytical and quantitative insights for engagements with Fortune 500 companies and leading private equity firms. You will collaborate with our team and client stakeholders to unearth unique findings that shape their strategic direction. Your ability to synthesize these insights into clear communications will be essential as you present your conclusions to senior management.Compensation will be competitive and aligned with similar positions in the professional services sector, featuring base pay plus bonuses. This position is located in Chicago, Illinois, and does not require travel.

Role Overview purchasingplatform is hiring a Director of Data Strategy & Analytics for its Chicago office. This hybrid position calls for a leader who can set direction for data initiatives and translate analytics into business value. The role focuses on improving decision-making and strengthening operational results through data. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of company-wide data strategy Drive analytics projects that inform business decisions and improve performance Work closely with teams across the organization to identify and deliver data-driven solutions Oversee the rollout and adoption of advanced analytics tools and methods Maintain high standards for data integrity and ensure data is accessible where needed Location This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, IL.

About AlphaSense: AlphaSense is a leader in AI-driven market intelligence, empowering top-tier organizations to make informed decisions by eliminating uncertainty. Our platform leverages advanced AI technology to provide insights from a vast array of trusted sources, including equity research, company filings, event transcripts, expert calls, news articles, trade journals, and proprietary client research. In 2024, AlphaSense's acquisition of Tegus enhances our mission to equip professionals with the tools needed for smarter decision-making. Together, we're poised to accelerate growth, foster innovation, and expand content offerings, allowing users to gain deeper insights from an extensive range of resources. Trusted by over 6,000 enterprises, including a significant portion of the S&P 500, AlphaSense was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York City, employing over 2,000 professionals globally across offices in the U.S., U.K., Finland, India, Singapore, Canada, and Ireland. Join our dynamic team today!About the Team:The Content Operations Strategy and Enablement (COSE) team at AlphaSense drives the strategic framework and infrastructure necessary for sustainable and scalable growth in our Expert Calls and Compliance Operations sectors. We collaborate closely with client-facing and cross-functional teams to maximize the impact of our Expert Insights organization. Our team is structured into four key pillars:Enablement: Facilitates team excellence through comprehensive training, effective communication, and robust knowledge management.Systems Strategy: Enhances workflows by integrating technology and collaborating with Vendor and Product teams.Strategy & Planning: Guides organizational growth through strategic planning, account management, performance oversight, and operational initiatives.Compliance Operations: Ensures adherence to regulatory standards while optimizing operational efficiency.

About Us Kardigan is a pioneering company dedicated to transforming heart health by making cardiovascular diseases preventable and curable, ultimately aiming to eliminate them as the leading cause of death globally.Our mission is to develop a range of targeted treatments simultaneously, ensuring that individuals suffering from cardiovascular diseases receive the cures they deserve. Founded by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, M.D., Ph.D., and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., who previously led MyoKardia in the groundbreaking discovery and development of mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, which resulted in a successful acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020. We boast a state-of-the-art discovery and translational research platform, coupled with a robust pipeline of late-stage candidates and an industry-leading team focused on enriching patient lives. At Kardigan, our values inspire us to work collaboratively, interact authentically, and achieve our goals with purpose. We are deeply driven by the needs of patients and their families, striving to enhance their lives above all else. We embrace authenticity, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and accepted. Our eagerness to learn drives us to remain curious and adaptable. Together, we are committed to excellence and urgency, supporting one another regardless of our individual roles. Ultimately, we aspire to enable the impossible, as patients depend on our innovative advancements. These principles are the bedrock of our endeavors, empowering us to create meaningful impacts every day.