Strategic Planner 5

Skill; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 81,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent Talent partners with a globally recognized brand to fill a Strategic Planner role on a temporary placement in Beaverton, OR. You’ll guide critical decision-making with data-driven planning and strategic foresight, influencing initiatives across the organization.

You will lead planning cycles, develop forecasting models, and drive cross-functional projects from concept to delivery, presenting insights to executives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 10+ years in a strategic planning role.
• Expertise in forecasting methodologies.
• Proven track record managing complex initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic planning cycles, translating insights into actionable roadmaps.
• Develop and refine forecasting models to anticipate market trends and inform future business decisions.
• Drive critical projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery.
• Facilitate high-level discussions and presentations, effectively communicating complex strategies to diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate strategic plans across various departments and initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance and thought leadership in strategic thinking, influencing positive outcomes for the organization.

Skills

Strategic planning

Forecasting

Project management

Executive communication

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

Placement Type:

Temporary

Salary:

$59.40-66 Hourly

up to $66.00/hr

Start Date:

Sep 14, 2026

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized brand, a leader in its industry, to find a highly experienced and forward-thinking Strategic Planner. This is an unparalleled opportunity to be at the heart of critical decision-making, providing the strategic foresight and robust planning necessary to navigate complex landscapes and achieve ambitious goals. You will leverage your extensive experience to guide key initiatives, ensuring alignment with overarching objectives and fostering a culture of proactive, data-driven planning. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact, shaping strategic direction and driving project success within a fast-paced and influential organization, directly influencing the future trajectory of a world-renowned enterprise.

What You'll Contribute

• Lead and execute comprehensive strategic planning cycles, translating insights into actionable roadmaps.


• Develop and refine forecasting models to anticipate market trends and inform future business decisions.


• Drive critical projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery.


• Facilitate high-level discussions and presentations, effectively communicating complex strategies to diverse stakeholders.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate strategic plans across various departments and initiatives.


• Provide expert guidance and thought leadership in strategic thinking, influencing positive outcomes for the organization.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree is required.


• 10+ years of dedicated experience in a strategic planning role.


• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, critical thinking, and advanced forecasting methodologies.


• Proven track record in project management, successfully leading complex initiatives.


• Exceptional written communication skills, capable of producing high-impact reports and presentations for executive audiences.

What Will Set You Apart

• A natural ability to quickly build and nurture strong professional relationships across all levels of an organization.


• Adeptness at navigating and influencing executive stakeholders with confidence and clarity.


• A strong bias for action, consistently driving initiatives forward with urgency and precision.


• Previous experience working with a globally recognized brand is highly preferred, particularly given the dynamic nature of this engagement.


• Alternatively, significant experience within a relevant industry will be a strong advantage.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.