Strategic Planning Manager

Brunel; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,800 - 85,750; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic Planning Manager to support the CEO and executive team in shaping strategic initiatives. This role involves executive support, communication with stakeholders, and operational oversight, all while working closely with senior leadership during a period of growth. Ideal candidates should have project management experience and a relevant degree, with strong skills in Microsoft Office and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in executive support, project management, strategy, or operations.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in manufacturing or management consulting is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day assistance to the CEO.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to track progress on initiatives.
• Draft high-level presentations, reports, and correspondence.

Skills

Executive support

Project management

Strategic thinking

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Management, Finance or related field

Master's degree or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

PowerPoint

Job description

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Our client is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, playing a pivotal role in shaping company priorities, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring operational excellence during a period of significant growth and investment. This high-visibility role offers a rare opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, contribute to key business decisions, and influence the company’s long-term trajectory.

Main Responsibilities

• Executive Support: Provide day-to-day assistance to the CEO, including calendar management, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions.
• Strategic Coordination: Collaborate with leadership teams to track progress on company initiatives and ensure alignment with the CEO’s objectives.
• Communication: Draft high-level presentations, reports, speeches, and correspondence; act as liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Operational Oversight: Monitor KPIs, produce performance dashboards, and deliver insights on operational and financial trends.
• Meeting Preparation: Develop agendas, talking points, and briefing materials for board meetings, investor calls, and internal reviews.
• Confidentiality & Judgment: Handle sensitive information with discretion and exercise sound decision-making at all times.

What Makes This Role Unique

• High visibility to C-suite and executive leadership, offering recognition and direct impact on strategic initiatives.
• Cross-functional collaboration across departments, fostering broad business exposure and professional growth.
• Clear opportunities for internal advancement based on merit and performance—past employees in this role have been promoted by the current CEO.
• Company undergoing rapid expansion with significant investment, new leadership, and a focus on upgrading executive capabilities and infrastructure.

Candidate Profile

• 2+ years in executive support, project management, strategy, or operations—ideally within manufacturing, industrial environments, or management consulting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Management, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and maintain professionalism and discretion.
• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Experience in the steel or heavy manufacturing industry.
• Exposure to C-suite decision-making and board-level communication.
• Balance of tactical execution with strategic thinking.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for strategy and operations, and you’re ready to work alongside senior executives during a transformative phase of growth, this role could be your ideal next step.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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