Description

Steelcase is hiring a Director of Strategy & Development that will focus on growth and business unit strategy, partnerships, and innovation to position the organization for success.

What you will be doing:

• Global strategy development and implementation and M&A planning and implementation.
• Collaborate with Senior Executive Team to develop long-term and annual strategic plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and promote strategic opportunities for long-term corporate growth.
• Work with functional leaders to include corporate priorities in the business unit planning processes.
• Work across the organization to elevate overall strategy acumen.
• Partner closely with internal and external research partners to guide research requirements and application of insights to business.
• Stay well-informed of emerging customer trends and emerging methods of strategy practice.
• Assist in the process of evaluating acquisition candidates

What we are looking for:

• Strategy Consulting Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least two years of strategy consulting experience from a top-tier management consulting firm, with experience in both growth strategy and performance improvement activities
• Structured & Logical Thinking: Superior critical thinking skills are critical to this role, including the ability to identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and demonstrate a 'nose for value' to discern what is important and draw valid conclusions.
• Results Oriented: Proficient at translating strategic priorities into operational reality, ensuring measurable and sustained results.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional presentation skills and high emotional intelligence is critical. Leadership experience is highly valued.
• Analytical Aptitude: Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience.
• Proven experience in growth strategy and development activities, while experience with business valuations, negotiations, mergers, and acquisitions is a plus.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior people leadership
• MBA degree

Why People Choose to Work with Us:

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Our Approach to Hybrid Work:

At Steelcase, we have always believed that the office is our best place to work. Our workplace is designed to foster collaboration and engagement, providing employees with a space to do meaningful work that drives results. Levels of flexibility vary by role and team, and employees and their leader need to align on expectations of flexibility.

What Matters to Us:

More than qualifications, we're looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [redacted].

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.

Steelcase is a MVAA- Silver Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.

Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information.

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