Optimize Search Group has been retained by a F-500 client in DFW to identify a Director of Strategy & Analytics.

This role is newly created, will build a team in strategy/analytics, and reports to a Sr. VP.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development/execution of strategic goals and initiatives.
• Partner with exec. leadership to shape corp. strategy, identify market opportunities, and ensure alignment with the company’s vision.
• Analyze industry market trends, regulatory changes, and industry innovations.
• Oversee the company’s data analytics function to improve decision-making across all departments.
• Develop analytical frameworks for forecasting, performance analysis, and market intelligence.
• Lead the collection and analysis of KPI's to identify operational inefficiencies / improvements.
• Collaborate with sr. leadership and BU's to measure and track the company’s performance and present to stakeholders & executive mgt.
• Manage the development of financial/operational models to support business case analysis and decision-making.

Experience :

• Significant experience in strat planning, data analytics, BI tools & advanced modeling techniques.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional teams & managing large-scale strategic initiatives.
• Deep understanding of market dynamics, sustainability, & emerging technologies.
• Expertise in data analytics, BI tools, and advanced modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and analytics platforms (e.g., R, Python).
• Degree in Finance/Accounting, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• MBA is a +

This is a Dallas based role that is primarily in office and does not offer relocation assistance.