Strategic Operations Lead: Cross‑Functional Impact

Datavant; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Datavant is seeking a strategic operations leader to drive cross-functional initiatives and partner with senior leaders across the organization. You will lead complex programs from strategy through execution and help scale operating models to support high-growth.

The role emphasizes structured problem solving, executive communication, and strong stakeholder management, with visibility into leadership and decision-makers.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or program management in a high-growth setting.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to structure ambiguous problems with cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with executive-ready presentations.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence without formal authority.
• Proficiency with Excel, Google Sheets, and Google Slides; interested in AI tools.
• Self-starter who moves quickly while maintaining quality and openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategy & Problem Solving by defining questions, approaches, and clear recommendations.
• Develop operating models and playbooks to scale teams and drive performance.
• Prepare executive-ready materials, business reviews, and leadership updates.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Program management

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Excel/Sheets/Slides

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Job description

Datavant is seeking a strategic operations leader to drive cross-functional initiatives and partner with senior leaders across the organization. You will lead complex programs from strategy through execution and help scale operating models to support high-growth.

The role emphasizes structured problem solving, executive communication, and strong stakeholder management, with visibility into leadership and decision-makers.