Strategy Planning Director
On-sitePortland, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Lead the development of the Columbia Brand's long-range strategy by translating consumer insights, market dynamics, and financial considerations into clear strategic choices. Partner with Brand Leadership to shape priorities, frame critical decisions, and drive alignment on growth strategies and investment tradeoffs. Develop and maintain multi-year strategic plans and roadmaps while leveraging analytics to identify opportunities and inform recommendations. Create executive-level presentations, business cases, and leadership materials that communicate strategic priorities. Structure and facilitate strategic planning processes to improve organizational alignment and decision-making effectiveness. Establish frameworks and best practices that elevate strategic thinking across the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Finance, Marketing, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in strategy, strategic planning, management consulting, corporate development, brand strategy, or related functions
- Deep expertise in long-range strategic planning, prioritization frameworks, and translating business vision into actionable plans
- Advanced ability to leverage consumer insights, analytics, market intelligence, and external trends to inform strategic decisions
- Strong understanding of go-to-market strategies and the ability to align cross-functional stakeholders around enterprise priorities
- Exceptional executive communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with experience developing materials for senior leadership and board-level audiences
Desired Qualifications
- advanced degree
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