Manager, Strategic Initiatives

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 188,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Manager, Strategic Initiatives to drive alignment on global strategic programs from the Maplewood, MN site. You will translate strategy into actionable plans, manage multi-functional projects, and deliver measurable outcomes.

The role emphasizes structured problem-solving, executive communication, and proficiency with Power BI, PowerPoint and Excel. On-site work four days a week in Minnesota is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher completed and verified prior to start.
• 5 years of experience in strategy, business development, and/or market analysis in private, public, government or military environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive alignment across stakeholders to accelerate progress on key strategic initiatives for the BG.
• Apply structured problem-solving and analytical rigor to develop fact-based analyses for decision making.
• Manage complex, cross-functional global projects.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable business outcomes.
• Support execution of Enterprise Initiatives in collaboration with Corporate Strategy and Corporate FP&A.
• Communicate to stakeholders in a timely, transparent manner the status and actions of key programs.
• Facilitate strategic workshops, competitive analysis, scenario planning.
• Create professional PowerPoint presentations.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Execution and results

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Tools

Power BI

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Manager, Strategic Initiatives

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

• Driving alignment across stakeholders to accelerate progress on key strategic initiatives for the BG
• Applying structured problem-solving and analytical rigor to develop fact-based analyses for decision making
• Managing complex, cross-functional global projects
• Translating strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable business outcomes
• Supporting execution of Enterprise Initiatives in collaboration with Corporate Strategy and Corporate FP&A
• Communicating to stakeholders in a timely, transparent manner the status and actions of key programs
• Facilitating strategic workshops, competitive analysis, scenario planning
• Creating professional PowerPoint presentations

Your Skills And Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience in strategy, business development, and/or market analysis in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master of Business Administration degree from an accredited institution
• Problem solving and project management skills
• Action-oriented, with emphasis on execution and results
• Ability to manage multiple work streams, with proven leadership success over a wide variety of functional business problems
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Significant experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience with Power BI or equivalent a plus

Work location:

• This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.

Travel

May include up to 25% (domestic/international)

Relocation

May be authorized

Legal authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $188,251 - $230,084, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g. Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 11/10/2026 To 12/10/2026 Or until filled

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Please note

your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.