Strategy Manager
Carhartt, Inc.
Position Details
Position Location: Dearborn, MI
Department: Strategy & Insights
Reports To: VP, Strategy & Insights FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Band: Professional
Position Clasification: Remote
Job Summary
The Strategy function plays a critical role in charting Carhartt’s long-term growth and development, driving both the future of the company and shaping the industry landscape. We are tasked with ensuring the company focuses on and invests in the assets and capabilities needed to stay ahead of the competition and maintain market leadership. This entails developing actionable solutions for some of the most challenging issues facing the company. The Strategy Manager helps drive the corporate strategy and advance initiatives key to Carhartt’s future growth. This role will develop strategic plans and lead project-based work and analysis with a highly collaborative approach. The role offers the opportunity for enterprise-level impact and exposure to different parts of the business through a variety of project experiences.
We Are All Leaders at Carhartt
In our words and by our actions, we strive to emulate the hardworking example set forth by our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. We Lead Business by creating value, delivering on results, and making changes along the way. We Lead Self by being inclusive, recognizing that our differences make us stronger as we strive to build a better world, together, for all hardworking people. We Lead Others by communicating and clearly defining the path as we walk bravely into the future. Working at Carhartt, we are all given a seat at the table and the honor of continuing the legacy.
Representative Responsibilities
+ Provide insights and recommendations on a broad range of business-critical topics to business partners and senior management based on data analysis
+ Develop strategic plans and objectives aligned with the company’s mission and values
+ Conduct comprehensive market analysis to understand industry trends, consumer needs, and emerging opportunities.
+ Perform in-depth competitive research to benchmark against key competitors and identify areas for differentiation
+ Define clear and actionable key performance indicators to measure success of strategic plans and initiatives
+ Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure alignment between strategy and operations
+ Monitor and recommend adjustments to strategies as needed based on performance data and changing market conditions
+ Lead and manage key strategic projects from conception to completion
+ Assist in the planning and execution of the Enterprise Strategic Planning Process
+ Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and partnerships
+ Prepare “executive ready” project deliverables and manage communication with key stakeholders
Required Education
+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, or related field; or equivalent years of related experience
+ MBA/Master’s degree preferred
Required Skills & Experience
+ 5-7 years of experience in strategy planning, business development, or related field
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, build consensus and convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner
+ Highly collaborative and adept at building strong relationships with business partners
+ Strong leadership and project management abilities
+ Comfort with navigating ambiguity and with being constantly challenged/stretched
+ Proficiency in data analysis and strategic planning tools
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
+ Typical office environment; office setting. Extended periods of time sitting, standing, typing on a computer are required.
+ Willing to work some weekends if necessary.
+ National and International travel required (up to 20%).
+ Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.
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