Strategy Manager

Captive-Resource; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Captive-Resource is seeking a Strategy Manager to support the Chief Strategy Officer. You will lead high-impact initiatives to grow revenue, improve efficiency, and guide enterprise decisions. This role offers exposure to executive leadership and cross-functional collaboration across sales, operations, and transformation.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in strategy with 5+ years experience, excels in data analysis, and can present clear recommendations to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, analytics, or related; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles; experience at leading strategy firm preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic analyses and managing cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives focused on revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Structure and execute complex business analyses, including market assessments and financial modeling.
• Develop executive presentations and recommendations for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities and drive strategic priorities.
• Manage project workstreams independently and ensure timely delivery of analyses and recommendations.
• Mentor junior team members as appropriate.

Skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

SQL

Alteryx

AI tools

Communication

Stakeholder management

Multi-tasking

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

SQL

Alteryx

Job description

Hybrid - Corporate Office
Itasca, IL 60143, USA

• Pay or shift range: $190,000 USD to $200,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, Rx, 401(k), life and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and more. Please visit our website for more information.

Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic professional to join as a Strategy Manager supporting the Chief Strategy Officer. In this role, you will lead high-impact strategic initiatives and analyses that drive revenue growth, improve operational efficiency, and support enterprise decision-making. This position offers significant exposure to executive leadership and provides an opportunity to influence strategic priorities across the organization.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, analytics, or a related discipline required; MBA preferred. 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or related roles. Prior experience working at a leading strategy consulting firm strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience leading strategic analyses and managing complex, cross-functional initiatives.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous business issues into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Strong strategic thinking capabilities with experience evaluating growth opportunities, operational improvements, and enterprise priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL, Alteryx) is a plus.
• Experience working with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot or Claude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize findings and present recommendations to senior executives.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of intellectual curiosity, initiative, and ownership.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across teams.
• Commitment to company values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead strategic initiatives and analyses focused on revenue growth, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.
• Structure and execute complex business analyses, including market assessments, financial modeling, operational diagnostics, and strategic evaluations.
• Develop executive-level presentations and recommendations for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders across sales, operations, transformation, and other functions to identify opportunities and drive execution of strategic priorities.
• Manage project workstreams independently, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality analyses and recommendations.
• Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to align objectives, priorities, and implementation plans.
• Monitor and track progress against strategic initiatives, key performance indicators, and enterprise goals.
• Support decision-making related to new initiatives, investments, process improvements, and organizational priorities.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members as appropriate.

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