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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$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $175K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading cost control, scheduling, and estimating efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure best value for clients while managing risks and fostering strong relatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Lead project controls initiatives by managing costs, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $175K *

Lead project controls initiatives, ensuring cost management and schedule adherence while fostering strong client relationships and delivering excellence in the execution of construction projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in project controls by managing costs, schedules, and stakeholder communications effectively while fostering a collaborative team environment for optimal project success...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $175K *

Contribute to impactful projects by leading cost control, scheduling, and estimating activities. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver best value while managing risks and fostering relationships w...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's defining global strategy and driving growth for corporate customers. This leadership role transforms insights into actionable plans, ensuring alignment across functions to achieve m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of data by connecting strategies across teams, enhancing client outcomes, and driving impactful execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities and translate co...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives to expand business opportunities for military air-delivered munitions, engaging with key stakeholders and leading capture plans to deliver tailored solutions that mee...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead and drive major real estate programs across markets, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and strategic growth while mentoring a high-performing project management team for sus...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$68K - $98K *

Lead the charge in elevating agency visibility through strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing reputation across advertising, sports, and entertainment sectors while collaborating with senior leade...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy and commercialization across multiple ventures. You'll engage with customers, shape product direction, and mentor emerging leaders to achieve commercial tra...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead innovative brand strategies by integrating creative insights and client goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while managing multiple projects and fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $230K *

Lead strategic engagement initiatives to drive account growth and business success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor talent, and develop impactful plans that inspire teams and influence...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $186K *

Champion media strategy across channels, leading client relations and team performance. Drive revenue growth, enhance strategic insights, and ensure flawless campaign execution by leveraging analytics...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at strategic Federal Civilian accounts by driving growth, developing relationships, and leading capture efforts. Leverage market knowledge to identify opportunities and enhance mis...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Empower growth as you drive strategic initiatives across Federal Civilian accounts. Leverage your expertise in federal markets to build relationships, shape opportunities, and lead capture efforts, en...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $180K *

Champion transformative commerce strategies, leading client engagements with strategic insights that fuel growth and innovation. Drive high-quality execution and mentor emerging talent to shape the fu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $180K *

Shape the future of commerce strategy by leading client engagements, driving business transformation, and mentoring talent. Collaborate with diverse teams to turn insights into actionable plans, ensur...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$177K - $234K *

Drive project governance excellence across diverse environmental projects. Lead a regional PMO, enhance project management capabilities, and foster collaboration to ensure successful delivery and impr...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $122K *

Lead the charge in strategic planning and performance management, collaborating with senior leadership to drive audit initiatives, enhance governance, and foster organizational effectiveness through i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in AI data center infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to build strategic partnerships and translate evolving requirements into innovative memory and storage...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $178K *

Drive the evolution of strategic partnerships and team operations, enhancing capabilities and fostering collaboration across various stakeholders to ensure impactful business development initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $162K *

Drive cross-partnership initiatives and enhance operations by streamlining processes, fostering collaboration, and leveraging data insights. Enhance team capabilities and manage strategic relationship...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $170K *

Contribute to key strategic initiatives, drive operations, and foster partnerships across cross-functional teams while ensuring alignment on business development goals and modernizing workflows for ef...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.