Director of Strategy & Planning - COSE

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Role Overview DoorDash is hiring a Senior Analyst, Workforce Strategy and Planning. This position focuses on using data to improve workforce strategy and support operations across multiple locations. The role can be based in Minneapolis, MN; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Atlanta, GA; Tempe, AZ; or remote within the United States. What You Will Do Analyze workforce data and trends to identify opportunities for operational improvements. Develop strategies that support productivity and employee engagement. Work closely with teams from different departments to design and implement workforce plans. Translate insights into actionable plans that help drive business growth. Location Eligible locations include Minneapolis, MN; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Atlanta, GA; Tempe, AZ; and remote within the United States.

Golin, a prestigious global public relations agency, is on a mission to drive meaningful change for our clients. We delve into the human truths that connect us, create with audacity, and foster collaborative environments that emphasize inclusivity. With a team of 1,700 professionals across 50+ offices worldwide, we are uniquely positioned to deliver innovative solutions for regional and global communication strategies. Amidst the ever-evolving landscape of PR, we are pioneering the integration of AI into our processes, aiming to become the first fully AI-equipped agency. Our commitment lies in empowering our workforce, providing equitable access to advanced tools, and seamlessly weaving AI into our everyday operations to enhance client value. Our expertise encompasses a wide array of services, from brand development and cutting-edge digital storytelling to corporate reputation management, healthcare advocacy, and performance measurement. Leveraging our G4 Model, we align data-driven creativity with the customer journey, ensuring maximum impact for our diverse clientele, which includes some of the largest global brands in consumer goods, retail, food, healthcare technology, and consumer services. Role Overview: As the Director of Strategic Planning, you will be a key strategist who truly understands the creator landscape and cultural dynamics. Your insights will guide brands that empower human creativity in a world where AI collaborates with creators to produce content. You will work closely with the Head of Planning, interfacing with creative, social media, analytics, and account teams to lay the strategic groundwork that champions the essence of creation.

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.

Join Gongio as a GTM Strategy and Planning Analyst, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our go-to-market strategies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and drive strategic initiatives that enhance our competitive positioning in the marketplace.Your analytical skills will be put to the test as you interpret data and provide actionable insights to support business decisions. If you are passionate about strategic planning and are eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Sales and Operations Planning to join our dynamic team at Coates Group. In this pivotal role, you will lead the sales and operations planning process, ensuring alignment between demand forecasts, inventory management, and operational capabilities. Your insights will drive efficiencies and enhance profitability.As a key member of our leadership team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments to develop comprehensive strategies that meet customer demands while optimizing resources. Your expertise will be vital in steering our organization towards achieving its objectives in a competitive marketplace.

About the TeamThe New Verticals Strategy & Operations team at DoorDash is transforming the landscape of grocery, convenience, alcohol, and retail delivery through innovative first-party and third-party operations. Our DashMarts serve as a pioneering convenience solution, offering a diverse range of household essentials, groceries, beloved brands, and local favorites for on-demand delivery. With a nationwide presence, we are expanding our geographic reach, enhancing our service offerings, and scaling our existing operations.About the RoleYou will play a key role within our DashMart Warehouse Design and Space Planning team, which is part of the DashMart Strategy and Operations organization. Your mission will be to optimize the physical layout and logistics of our DashMarts in a cost-effective and space-efficient manner. You will derive insights to inform the distribution of square footage and storage capacity, translating operational data into actionable recommendations for site layouts and inventory placements. Additionally, you will manage capacity metrics vital for our long-term business strategy and growth.Your responsibilities will include data analysis, long-term forecasting, and making recommendations for capacity decisions and site investments that align with our business objectives. You will collaborate cross-functionally with teams in operations, category management, supply chain, real estate, and construction to bring these plans to fruition. This role reports to a Senior Manager within our DashMart Strategy & Operations team and operates in a hybrid model, balancing time between your home office, DashMart locations, offsite meetings, and remote work. This position falls under our Strategy & Operations job family, reporting to the COO.You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…Build. You’ll have a significant impact on DoorDash’s next major business initiative. Your efforts will span from high-level strategic planning to detailed operational execution, fostering continuous improvement as we launch and scale new services.

Join WPP Media as an Associate Director of PlanningWPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. Our exceptional talent, reliable data, and world-class partnerships, all unified by our pioneering marketing platform, WPP Open, empower clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth.At WPP Media, our AI-driven media operating unit, we seamlessly integrate media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, our clients gain unparalleled visibility into their media investments, understanding precisely where, how, and why their strategies are effective.

About WPP MediaWPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands, combining exceptional talent with reliable data and intelligence. Our pioneering marketing platform, WPP Open, empowers clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth.As WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, WPP Media integrates media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, we provide clients with clear insights into their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.About WPP Media WPP is the creative transformation company, leveraging creativity to forge better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. Discover more at wpp.com.WPP Media serves as WPP’s global media collective, uniting the best platforms, talent, and partnerships to create boundless growth opportunities in an ever-evolving media landscape. We believe in the strength of our culture and our people, which empowers us to deliver outstanding experiences for our clients and each other. In this role, embracing WPP and WPP Media’s core values will be essential:Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences through Cultivating Trust.Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media BrandMindshare drives Good Growth for its clients as “Growth Architects,” fostering growth that benefits all stakeholders—better for people, planet, and business—by utilizing media with intention. This approach cultivates meaningful connections with consumers, enhances brand trust, and ensures superior outcomes for all parties involved.Role Summary & ImpactThe Director of Commerce Planning will leverage expertise in commerce platforms, including retail media networks and adtech partnerships, to address complex business challenges through simplified perspectives. This role will pinpoint opportunities for products, processes, or solutions based on comprehensive analyses.

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.

At Beyond Finance, we are dedicated to empowering everyday Americans to break free from the burdens of overwhelming debt and embrace a promising financial future. Through our compassionate, individualized approach, commitment to compliance and ethics, and innovative user-centric technology, we have successfully guided over 1 million clients toward financial independence. We are currently seeking a visionary Director of Strategy & Analytics to join our dynamic team and drive our mission forward. In this pivotal role, you will leverage actionable insights to fuel informed decision-making and foster the company's sustained growth. You will be responsible for analyzing key metrics related to marketing and sales performance, client retention, debt consolidation outcomes, and customer lifetime value (LTV). Collaborating across departments, you will present your findings and strategic recommendations to senior executives, ensuring alignment with our company objectives. The successful candidate will quickly immerse themselves in our business model, prioritize initiatives, delegate effectively, and manage resources to ensure impactful projects are executed efficiently.

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 Covista as the Director of Enterprise Brand Strategy, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our brand narrative and driving strategic initiatives across the organization. This leadership position requires a visionary thinker with a proven track record in brand strategy development and execution. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate our brand presence and ensure alignment with business goals.

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

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 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.

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.

WHAT DOES A GROUP DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC PLANNING DO?The Group Director of Strategic Planning serves as a visionary leader and creative catalyst, motivating both our internal and client teams towards innovative marketing strategies. This pivotal role focuses on cultivating trust and collaboration, establishing the Group Director as a mentor and role model within the organization. With expertise in navigating patient journeys across various brands and a firm grasp of digital engagement, this position blends traditional planning with modern insights. The Group Director will adeptly translate extensive research and analytical data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations, effectively communicating the rationale behind our projects and perspectives. This leader advocates for the Intouch planning methodology, aligning the planning department to meet our clients' business objectives.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead with motivation, owning multiple accounts and their respective strategic goals and marketing landscapes.Act as the primary client-facing Planner, critically assessing the quality of deliverables from the Planning team in client meetings.Demonstrate unwavering confidence in completing tasks with excellence, striving for mastery in all areas.Set benchmarks for quality and guide the team towards data-driven strategies infused with insights.Provide pioneering thought leadership that enhances the knowledge base of the Planning team.Continuously explore new industry trends and innovative strategies for problem-solving.Encourage team members to think creatively, providing new strategic frameworks when challenges arise.Publish thought leadership pieces on emerging solutions and advancements.Employ strong analytical skills at every stage of the problem-solving process.Recognize when teams are overwhelmed with data and provide necessary information support.Exhibit strong communication skills, comfortable presenting in group settings.Commit to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing development and proactive management of bias.Perform other duties as assigned.