Strategic Operations Manager

CFS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in New York City is seeking a Strategic Operations Manager to partner with executive leadership, shape enterprise strategy, and drive transformation across the organization.

The role offers high-visibility leadership opportunities, autonomy, and the chance to influence governance frameworks, operating models, and long-term capabilities while coordinating cross-functional initiatives across multiple business units.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic operations, business transformation, program management, consulting, or related leadership roles
• Proven success leading complex cross-functional initiatives in dynamic environments
• Experience partnering with senior executives to develop and execute strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build alignment across organizations
• Experience driving organizational change, continuous improvement, and business transformation
• Strong strategic planning, governance, and business operations expertise

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to execute strategic business priorities
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve organizational performance and effectiveness
• Drive business transformation, process improvement, and organizational change efforts
• Establish governance frameworks and monitor strategic initiative execution
• Identify business risks, dependencies, and opportunities to support decision-making
• Coordinate enterprise-wide planning, prioritization, and organizational alignment

Job description

Ready to step into a highly visible leadership role where your influence shapes strategy, drives transformation, and impacts enterprise-wide success? This is an opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and lead initiatives that strengthen organizational performance and long-term growth.

Strategic Operations Manager

Salary:$115,000-$135,000

Location: 3 days onsite in Midtown Manhattan

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Direct partnership and exposure to executive leadership on high-priority business initiatives
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy and organizational direction
• Lead transformational projects that drive measurable business impact
• High-autonomy role with significant visibility across the organization
• Shape governance frameworks, operating models, and long-term business capabilities
• Collaborate with senior leaders across multiple functions and business units
• Play a key role in improving organizational effectiveness and operational maturity
• Influence decision-making and strategic priorities without direct reporting authority
• Drive meaningful change in a growth-oriented, evolving organization
• Make a lasting impact by building scalable processes and sustainable business practices

Key Responsibilities For The Strategic Operations Manager

• Partner with executive leadership to execute strategic business priorities
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve organizational performance and effectiveness
• Drive business transformation, process improvement, and organizational change efforts
• Establish governance frameworks and monitor strategic initiative execution
• Identify business risks, dependencies, and opportunities to support decision-making
• Coordinate enterprise-wide planning, prioritization, and organizational alignment

Qualifications For The Strategic Operations Manager

• 5+ years of experience in strategic operations, business transformation, program management, consulting, or related leadership roles
• Proven success leading complex cross-functional initiatives in dynamic environments
• Experience partnering with senior executives to develop and execute strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build alignment across organizations
• Experience driving organizational change, continuous improvement, and business transformation
• Strong strategic planning, governance, and business operations expertise