Director

Kids for the Future; Marvin (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Director to lead our business strategy and unite teams toward ambitious goals. You will steer daily operations while designing long-term plans that drive growth and innovation.

You will translate high-level executive decisions into actionable targets, oversee budgets and performance, and foster a cohesive, high‑performing workforce across the organization. Strong leadership, change management and cross‑functional collaboration are essential as you guide the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or related field required.
• Master's degree in business administration or executive leadership preferred.
• Eight+ years of progressive leadership experience in a corporate setting a must.

Responsibilities

• Aligns daily activities with the business strategy to secure long-term success.
• Directs strategic planning initiatives to identify new market opportunities and secure competitive advantages.
• Manages departmental budgets to maximize resource allocation and financial performance.
• Oversees operations management to boost efficiency and service delivery.
• Leads cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and high-performance standards.
• Drives continuous process improvement initiatives that reduce waste and optimize workflows.
• Champions change management strategies to help teams adapt to new structures and technologies.
• Executes executive management decisions and translates high-level goals into actionable targets.
• Evaluates employee output through performance management and development programs.
• Hires, trains, and directs staff to build a capable and motivated workforce.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business strategy

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Process improvement

Change management

Performance management

Executive management

Budgets

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or management

Master's degree in business administration or executive leadership

Job description

• Employee Type FT Exempt

About This Job

Full bilingual

You step into a vital leadership role that shapes the future of our organization. As our Director, you steer our business strategy and unite teams to reach ambitious goals.

You direct daily activities while you design long-term plans that foster growth and innovation. Your work drives operational excellence and guides our company through important transitions with confidence and clarity.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Aligns daily activities with the overarching business strategy to secure long-term success.
• Directs comprehensive strategic planning initiatives that identify new market opportunities and secure competitive advantages.
• Manages departmental budgets to maximize resource allocation and financial performance.
• Oversees overall operations management to boost efficiency, productivity, and service delivery.
• Leads cross-functional teams to foster collaboration, innovation, and high-performance standards.
• Drives continuous process improvement initiatives that eliminate waste and optimize workflows.
• Champions change management strategies to help teams adapt smoothly to new structures and technologies.
• Executes executive management decisions and translates high-level goals into actionable team targets.
• Evaluates employee output through robust performance management and professional development programs.
• Hires, trains, and directs staff to build a capable, motivated, and cohesive workforce.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
• Prefers a master's degree in business administration or executive leadership.

Experience

• Brings eight or more years of progressive leadership experience in a corporate setting.
• Demonstrates a proven track record in executive management and large-scale operations management.
• Shows extensive background in managing multi-million dollar budgets.

Knowledge/Skills

• Possesses expert knowledge in strategic planning and business strategy formulation.
• Demonstrates exceptional leadership capabilities with a focus on inspiring and uniting teams.
• Masters the art of cross-functional team leadership to break down silos and drive unity.
• Applies advanced process improvement methodologies to elevate organizational efficiency.
• Navigates complex transitions skillfully using proven change management techniques.
• Drives accountability and growth through effective performance management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds professional certifications in project management or operational excellence.
• Speaks multiple languages to support international business ventures.
• Exhibits prior experience in scaling high-growth organizations.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Operates in a standard office environment with frequent computer and phone use.
• Travels occasionally to regional offices and corporate events.
• Maintains flexibility to handle urgent leadership decisions outside normal business hours.