Director, Strategy & Planning Jobs

Discover Director, Strategy & Planning opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders help organizations set priorities, evaluate opportunities, and turn long-term goals into actionable plans.

What Does a Director of Strategy & Planning Do?

Directors of Strategy & Planning guide strategic decision-making across an organization. They assess markets and business performance, develop plans with executives and functional teams, and track progress against key objectives. Depending on the company, the role may focus on corporate strategy, business-unit planning, growth, transformation, or a combination of these areas.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic plans, priorities, and operating models.
  • Analyze market trends, customer needs, competitors, and financial performance.
  • Build business cases and evaluate investments, partnerships, or growth opportunities.
  • Coordinate annual planning and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Present recommendations and performance updates to senior leadership.
  • Define metrics and monitor progress toward strategic objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial experience in strategy, corporate planning, consulting, finance, or business operations. Strong candidates combine analytical and financial skills with clear communication, executive presence, and the ability to influence across teams. Experience leading complex projects, managing stakeholders, and translating insights into measurable action is also valuable. Requirements vary by employer and industry.

Find Director, Strategy & Planning Roles on Ladders

Explore senior strategy and planning opportunities across industries and organizations. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles aligned with their leadership background and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$135K - $160K *

Optimize our finance function by leading planning and forecasting efforts, transitioning to automated systems, and driving data analysis that informs strategic decisions. This role offers full ownersh...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Empower partner operations by leading strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing tools for a diverse global partner ecosystem. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scalable infrastructure and m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate partner relationships in a strategic leadership role responsible for guiding a team and enhancing partner success through AI-driven workflows and high-touch service...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data engineering initiatives, driving platform modernization, and enhancing operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $123K *

Empower your career by collaborating with a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency across diverse projects. Join us in making a meaningful impact while advancing...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Transform live experiences by leading high-volume, quick-turn activations. Drive production excellence from concept to execution, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while managing multiple...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Transform client insights into strategic growth by leveraging your analytical acumen to enhance revenue and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with teams to drive informed decisions and present im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive mobile engineering excellence across diverse product teams, ensuring strategic direction, fostering collaboration, and enhancing delivery. Lead managers, shape architecture, and cultivate a prod...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$400K - $500K *

Drive growth in the Media, Entertainment, Gaming, and Sports sector by leading a high-performing sales team, managing complex sales cycles, and building executive relationships to achieve ambitious re...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $223K *

Drive strategic pre-sale initiatives for major financial services integrations, translating client objectives into compelling concepts. Collaborate closely with creative teams to ensure alignment and...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$172K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Director Analyst, leveraging your expertise to guide senior IT executives in navigating digital workplace strategies. Deliver actionable insights that align technology...

Irving, TXRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...

Johnson City, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Transform healthcare sales by leading strategic initiatives across major US health systems. Drive results through consultative selling, tailored business cases, and robust consensus building with C-su...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $225K *

Champion enterprise transformation by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring governance and execution quality across value-streams. Collaborate with leaders to drive measurable outcomes and bu...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $195K *

Champion the global eDiscovery Technology practice, leading a diverse team to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring defensibility and quality across jurisdictions while driving growth and operation...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive product strategy and vision for finance functions, optimizing Record to Report and FP&A processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial systems and ensure comp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $149K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex product development projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence from initiation to delivery in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of CX AI delivery, leading complex programs to measurable outcomes. Manage a diverse portfolio, drive client engagement, and foster innovation in AI-driven solutio...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Empower the future of AI in commerce media by leading strategy and execution across AI Labs and Data Science. Drive customer engagement, scale capabilities, and enhance product impact while building a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client success by managing and optimizing programmatic campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic media solutions while communicating regularly with clients to ens...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock growth by leading a dynamic sales team, driving revenue and operational excellence in healthcare solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product strategies and build a self-sustaini...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead the management of pharmaceutical programs, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Oversee daily activities, supervise staff, and drive strategic planning while maintaining stron...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $110K *

Empower your career by collaborating in a dynamic environment that values flexibility and innovation. Contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a supportive workplace culture that prioritizes wo...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal digital services programs, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across multidisciplinary teams while ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Strategy & Planning do?question toggle

    A Director of Strategy & Planning helps shape an organization's direction by analyzing business and market conditions, developing strategic plans, aligning teams around priorities, and tracking progress toward goals.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Strategy & Planning jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for significant experience in strategy, planning, consulting, finance, or operations; strong analytical and communication skills; and a record of leading complex initiatives.

  • Which skills are important for a Director of Strategy & Planning?question toggle

    Strategic thinking, financial and market analysis, executive communication, project leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to turn recommendations into actionable plans are often important.

  • What industries hire Directors of Strategy & Planning?question toggle

    Organizations across sectors—including technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, consumer businesses, and manufacturing—may hire strategy and planning leaders.

  • Where can I find Director, Strategy & Planning jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse current listings and review each posting for its compensation, location, and requirements.