POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

The Business Strategy Specialist, you will take meaningful ownership of strategic projects while growing into a trusted thought partner for business unit leaders and senior stakeholders. You will move beyond foundational support to independently lead cross-functional workstreams, develop data-driven recommendations, and help shape the stories that drive our company forward.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional who has built a solid foundation in business strategy or a related field and is ready to operate with greater autonomy, influence cross-functional conversations, and develop the strategic acumen needed to advance into a senior-level role. You will collaborate closely with the Business Strategy Manager and the broader team, contributing fresh perspectives while continuing to grow your strategic toolkit.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of presentations and deliverables for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and other strategic initiatives, ensuring quality, clarity, and alignment with business unit goals

• Independently manage cross-functional projects, coordinating with internal stakeholders across Strategy, Marketing, Communications, and Business Units to gather inputs and drive progress

• Conduct market and competitive research, synthesizing findings into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic recommendations

• Support senior leaders and business unit partners by identifying needs, asking thoughtful questions, and translating ambiguous challenges into structured plans

• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and tracking mechanisms to ensure on-time delivery and stakeholder alignment

• Collaborate closely with Senior Business Strategy Specialists to co-develop strategies, implementation plans, and rollout approaches for key initiatives

• Craft compelling narratives and communication materials tailored to diverse internal audiences, including leadership and executive teams

• Contribute to the identification of best practices, process improvements, and opportunities for strategic innovation across business units

• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Marketing, Communications, Strategy, or a related field (MBA preferred)

• 3–5 years of experience in business strategy, communications, operations, consulting, or a related field

• Highly proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

• Data visualization skills a plus (i.e., PowerBI, Smartsheets)

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills—able to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into clear recommendations

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with leadership

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and taking initiative with limited direction

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas

• Self-starter with strong follow-through, attention to detail, and organizational skills

• Team player with a collaborative mindset and the ability to build relationships across functions

• Must be able to manage confidential information with discretion

• Must have the ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends to meet project deadlines

• Curious, eager to learn, and open to feedback

• Strong work ethic, maturity, and a positive, can-do attitude

• Entrepreneurial mindset and creative problem-solving abilities

• Embodies company values: Work Hard, Be Nice, Have Fun