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 - $162K *

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

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  •   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

$155K - $186K *

Explore strategic partnerships and drive impactful initiatives as a Senior Manager in Business Development. Collaborate effectively across teams, manage projects, and enhance operational efficiency to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $186K *

Partner with us to enhance our global business development strategies and execute high-impact initiatives. Manage cross-partnership operations while fostering relationships with key stakeholders to dr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Deliver strategic leadership in referral development and marketing initiatives, overseeing admissions processes and staff training. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service offerings and achie...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading scalable systems, guiding profitability, and empowering teams to achieve sustainable growth. Drive initiatives that maximize efficiency, accuracy, and...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining digital strategy by integrating channels to enhance customer journeys and drive business growth. Lead with vision, turning insights into actionable roadmaps while fosteri...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead referral development and marketing initiatives, overseeing admissions and staff training. Drive strategic goals through effective relationship management and program develo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape consumer growth by leading data-driven marketing strategies and managing a multi-million CA$ budget. Collaborate with teams to drive performance across channels and influence key decisio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Shape the future of energy by managing large-scale utility storage projects. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and with the highest quality and safety standards f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform executive operations by serving as a strategic advisor, enhancing leadership effectiveness, facilitating planning, and ensuring alignment across diverse functions to drive business outcomes...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic alignment and enhance executive effectiveness as a trusted advisor, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and decision-making to optimize business outcomes across diverse operati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic alignment and enhance executive effectiveness as a trusted advisor, facilitating planning and decision-making across multiple functions to optimize business outcomes and organizational...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing executive effectiveness and strategic planning. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, coordinating cross-functional priorities and driving organizational alignm...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic alignment and enhance executive effectiveness as a trusted advisor, facilitating cross-functional priorities and decision-making across diverse teams to optimize business outcomes and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform social impact strategies by leading cross-sector initiatives, managing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that d...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to lead operational excellence, driving process improvements and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and foster a culture...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic initiatives that shape growth opportunities and influence decision-making. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop actionable plans, assess impact, and navigate complexity in a dyna...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic initiatives that shape growth opportunities and influence decision-making. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate insights into actionable plans, ensuring alignment across cross...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Innovate capital planning strategies to enhance facility development and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to manage multi-million dollar projects, ensuring alignment with strategic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Advance business strategy and performance management in Personal Lines, providing insights and analytics to support decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives and en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Champion strategic business planning and performance management, providing insights and analytics to drive decision-making across Personal Lines. Collaborate with leadership to align initiatives and f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives and manage program delivery to drive growth and partnerships. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance Ontario's innovation ecosystem while fostering a positive team environ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transformation projects that drive change and deliver measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project lifecycles, ensuring alignme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transformation projects, driving change through collaboration with stakeholders, and delivering measurable outcomes on time and within budget. Your expertise wil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.