Job SummaryThe Sr Director, Enterprise Strategy leads Campbell's Enterprise Strategy function and is responsible for the successful execution of critical strategic processes and initiatives. This role will be expected to drive business performance by developing compelling, data-driven insights and recommendations, and serving as a strategic thought partner to business leaders. Primary responsibilities of the role include leading Campbell's Board of Directors' (BOD) meeting process and content - working side by side with Campbell's CEO and key Operating Committee members to plan for the 6 annual BOD meetings - as well as leading Campbell's strategic planning process, including an annual refresh of the enterprise Situation Analysis, Strategic Plan, Annual Operating Plan, and Strategic Contingencies. In addition, the role leads cross-functional initiatives to execute against enterprise and divisional strategies. The role will directly manage a team of two strategy resources to support the delivery of these priorities.
This is a highly visible role that reports to the SVP, Corporate Strategy and Development and involves frequent interaction with Senior Management, including the CEO and Operating Committee members, as well as cross-divisional leadership. A partnership-led, service-oriented mindset will be required to build and sustain key relationships to make this role successful in driving our enterprise strategies forward.
This role will be based out of Camden, NJ. Limited travel will be required to other locations.
What you will do... Primary Job ResponsibilitiesLeadership of:
- Campbell's BOD meeting preparation, including agenda-setting, content development, and process management
- Strategic planning process, including:
- Situation Analysis to identify external and internal key issues
- Enterprise Strategic Plan for divisions and key corporate functions (e.g., ESG, IT, HR, SC)
- Enterprise Annual Operating Plan for divisions and key corporate functions (e.g., ESG, IT, HR, SC)
- Strategic Contingency Plan
- Content development and related communications to drive clarity and alignment around strategic imperatives with Campbell's BOD, Operating Committee, Extended Leadership Team, and the broader organization
- Critical enterprise strategic projects to support growth and change agenda (e.g., portfolio evaluation)
- Enterprise strategy function, including recruiting and developing high potential talent, establishing team priorities/workstreams, and building capabilities to enhance team effectiveness
- Serve as strategic thought partner to CEO, Operating Committee, and Extended Leadership Team; provide insights and recommended actions based on industry trends and key business issues
- Develop collaborative, effective partnerships with all Divisions and Functions; confront issues and identify alternate paths to improve performance and accelerate progress
- Identify opportunities for growth and margin expansion across the business through quantitative/qualitative analysis of market potential, consumer/customer needs, the competitive landscape, and other relevant considerations; establish clear business cases for strategic priorities and investments, as needed
- Support development of short and long-term business plans and business reviews outside of the typical strategic planning process
- Support business development; analyze strategic fit for potential acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships, and prepare recommendations based on due diligence findings
Who you will work with... - Reporting to the VP, Enterprise Strategy.
- Manage two Direct Reports.
What you bring to the table... (Must Have) Job Requirements- B.A./B.S. (business-related field preferred, not required); MBA strongly preferred
- Minimum of 10+ years related experience post-MBA (or minimum of 12+ years related experience post-Bachelor's degree) in corporate strategy, management consulting, investment banking, project management, business operations, and/or finance
- Superior analytical and quantitative skills; ability to draw conclusions from complex data
- Capacity to work collaboratively as well as independently with cross-functional teams with minimal direct supervision; Must be a self-starter and take initiative without direct instruction
- Poised, articulate presentation and facilitation skills, unafraid to raise issues and contrary opinions to executive leadership
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated leadership
- Ability to influence others and drive complex problems toward resolution and adoption
- Exhibited ability to scope, plan, and execute large scale, complex projects
- Strong organizational awareness - knows how to read organizational dynamics at the senior levels and navigate stakeholders
- Strong listening skills - seeks to understand and spends time on learning history/context before looking to drive change
- Comfortable with ambiguity and ability to flex approach to change direction as needed
- Demonstrated discretion and independent judgment in handling of confidential information and matters of significance
- Having a working knowledge of the Consumer Products / Food industry is necessary to be most effective in role. Ability to quickly learn and influence key business drivers is a critical success factor
Compensation and Benefits:The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between
$220,200-$302,800
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
