Enterprise Strategy & Growth Architect

FordDirect; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

FordDirect seeks a Corporate Planning Strategist to partner with the CEO and COO to shape and execute the organization’s strategic priorities. The role translates business objectives into actionable plans and ensures execution across the enterprise, including long-range planning and reporting systems.

The ideal candidate will lead enterprise strategy development, craft compelling executive messaging, and drive alignment with a focus on growth opportunities in the automotive & digital marketing

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in strategic planning, business operations, corporate strategy, program management, or related disciplines.
• Experience influencing senior executives and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide insights, market intelligence, and decision-making support on critical business opportunities and challenges.
• Partner with the CEO/COO and executive team to develop strategic priorities and translate objectives into operational initiatives and metrics.
• Lead annual strategic planning, goal setting, business reviews, and performance tracking.
• Lead high-priority strategic initiatives sponsored by executive leadership.
• Leverage AI-based tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality of work.
• Develop executive POVs, business cases, and recommendations supported by data and analytics.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Executive storytelling

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

AI tools

Financial analysis

MS Office

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FordDirect seeks a Corporate Planning Strategist to partner with the CEO and COO to shape and execute the organization’s strategic priorities. The role translates business objectives into actionable plans and ensures execution across the enterprise, including long-range planning and reporting systems.

The ideal candidate will lead enterprise strategy development, craft compelling executive messaging, and drive alignment with a focus on growth opportunities in the automotive & digital marketing