Strategic Planning Manager jobs in Minnesota

Strategic Planning Manager manages the analytical and research activities supporting an organization's strategic, short-term, and long-range goal planning function. Oversees data collection and conducts organizational reviews to identify the business's strengths and weaknesses and evaluate operational effectiveness. Being a Strategic Planning Manager leads the research of emerging trends, expansion opportunities, competitive threats, and the viability of outside business partners. Develops recommendations for internal business process improvement. Additionally, Strategic Planning Manager designs and executes methods to track and measure organizational performance data to use for planning. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Strategic Planning Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Strategic Planning Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Strategic Planning
  • Mars United Commerce
  • Park, MN FULL_TIME
  • Mars United Commerce Powered by Marilyn is a global commerce company that delivers all the solutions clients need to grow their business today and tomorrow. Founded by the late Marilyn Barnett, we’ve become global leaders in four key commerce disciplines – Strategy & Analytics, Digital Commerce, Content & Experiences, and Retail Consultancy – that together form a United Commerce Ecosystem that provides all the expertise clients need to navigate the commerce marketing landscape. Our 800 Martians across North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Asia exist to drive growth for our people, our clients, and our communities all across the globe.

    We’re looking for a Director, Strategic Planning. Our Directors serve as key members of the agency team, collaborating with client leadership, channel marketing, media, and creative teams to develop a framework for strategic solutions and build positive relationships with clients. We are looking for someone to drive the development of shopper insights and strategy for CPG-specific commerce marketing opportunities.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Participate in initial client briefings.
    • Work cross-functionally within the agency to ensure the successful execution of client and agency strategies.
    • Consult with account and channel teams to define information requirements/needs.
    • Lead and own the development of shopper-focused intelligence gathering and insight development to guide program strategy.
    • Facilitate primary and secondary research support.
    • Facilitate brainstorm sessions that inspire big, creative ideas.
    • Synthesize data to provide strategic implications and creative inspiration.
    • Facilitate creative briefing process and own the development of an insightful and inspiring creative brief.
    • Ensure tactical plan achieves client objectives and strategies.
    • Provide team/brand ongoing competitive assessments and industry news relative to shopper and consumer segments.
    • Consumer/Shopper overview.
    • General market trend analysis.
    • Competitive/Category behavior assessment.
    • Executes projects with excellence.
    • Manages time effectively.
    • All other duties as assigned by Manager.

    SKILL SETS REQUIRED:

    • Bachelor’s degree or greater.
    • Minimum of 10 years’ experience (minimum 5 in an agency environment) in strategy and planning, with experience in marketing directly with/for retailers across CPG categories.
    • Dynamic personality able to effectively engage and influence a variety of audiences.
    • Passion for understanding the ‘why’s' of human behavior and a strong desire to improve/grow our clients’ business.
    • Strong analytical skills and creative skills.
    • Demonstrated client engagement skills and service orientation.
    • Proven leadership and organizational skills.
    • Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
    • Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability.
    • Capable of handling multiple clients and projects simultaneously
    • Experience leading, managing and developing other planners.
    • Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability.
    • Strong deadline orientation and ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
    • Ability to work in a flexible, dynamic and fast-paced environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word) and Google Suite (Mail, Docs, Drive).
    • Travel is required on an as-needed basis.
    • High level of energy and enthusiasm.
    • Comfortable with high-pressure, fluid, and ambiguous situations
    • Ability to travel on an as-needed basis.

    Mars United Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, ancestry, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or handicap, HIV, veteran, marital or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state and/or federal laws, except where a bonafide occupational qualification applies.

    Mars United Commerce has developed a wide variety of inclusive benefit plans and policies that address and promote the needs of all employees and their family members, including comprehensive group health plans, a parental leave program that includes paid maternity and paternity benefits for pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy, flexible paid time off, a broad and confidential employee assistance program, ongoing wellness support initiatives, trusted financial health advice and guidance, promotion of education through tuition support and assistance, and a flexible and supportive work environment and culture.

    The salary range for this role is based on location and experience and is $120,000- $135,000.

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Plant Manager- CWMF
  • Creative Planning Business Services
  • Waite, MN FULL_TIME
  • Creative Planning Business Services has partnered with our client, CWMF, to perform a search for a talented Plant Manager.OverviewThe Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operati...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Home Care Case Manager NEEDED For Home Care Agency In Bloomington, MN
  • Care Planning Institute, Inc
  • Bloomington, MN FULL_TIME
  • We are a home care agency that has been in business since 2007 and rapidly growing in 15 states. We provide assistance with activities of daily living for the elderly (i.e. Help with bathing, dressing...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Manager, Planning
  • Integer Holdings Corporation
  • Chaska, MN FULL_TIME
  • By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.At Integer, our values...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Procurement Manager
  • Strategic Education, Inc
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • The Procurement Manager at SEI: 1) Ensures products and services are purchased in a cost-effective and timely manner leveraging best practices and providing exceptional customer service, 2) Manages th...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Customer Service Manager
  • Strategic Talent Partners
  • Monticello, MN FULL_TIME
  • The Customer Service Manager is responsible for leading the customer service team in their focus on improving the quality of customer interactions and ensuring efficient service delivery. Expertise wi...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Strategic Planning Manager Senior
  • Jobs for Humanity
  • New York, NY
  • Company Description Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with FIS Global to build an inclusive and just employment ecosyst...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Manager, Strategic Planning
  • Crunchyroll, LLC
  • Culver City, CA
  • About Crunchyroll WE HELP EVERYONE BELONG. IT'S OUR PURPOSE. Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture o...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager Consulting Services
  • Analytic Recruiting Inc.
  • Hiring for a Private Equity Firm seeking to add a Strategic Planning Manager to their team. In this role you will: -Be r...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr Manager Strategic Planning (Financial Planning and Analysis)
  • Hudson
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • Purpose: The Sr Manager Strategic Planning (Financial Planning and Analysis) is responsible for leading business and fin...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr Manager Strategic Planning (Financial Planning and Analysis)
  • HMSHost
  • Bethesda, MD
  • Purpose: The Sr Manager Strategic Planning (Financial Planning and Analysis) is responsible for leading business and fin...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Strategic Planning Manager
  • Supernal
  • Irvine, CA
  • Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us? Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AA...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Chief Administrator Department Manager Strategic Planning
  • NSR Group
  • POSITION OVERVIEW Our Client is a leading automotive tier 1 supplier company. They are looking for a Senior Chief Admini...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager Consulting Services
  • Analytic Recruiting Inc.
  • Hiring for a Private Equity Firm seeking to add a Strategic Planning Manager to their team. In this role you will: -Be r...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Strategic Planning Manager jobs
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Strategic Planning Manager in Seattle, WA
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Strategic Planning Manager in Killeen, TX
This practice supports the University’s information distribution, planning and accountability functions through the provision of information and analysis.  The role requires a detailed understanding of the University’s strategic goals and objectives, and of the information that demonstrates the achievement of those goals and contributes to the preparation of key internal and external documents such as the Planning and Budget Report, Annual Report and Investment Plan.
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Strategic Planning Manager in South Bend, IN
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