Manager, Growth & Performance

 

 

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement.  The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations.  Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.  Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

 

Our Mission:
Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

 

 Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager, Growth & Performance is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive business growth and optimize performance across various programs and initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in growth and performance management.

 

STARTING SALARY: $120,000 annualized (exempt position).

BENEFITS PLANS INCLUDE: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Benefit Plans:  Accident, Critical Illness, or Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Plan, Transportation Spending Account, Employee Tuition Waiver.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•              Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

•              Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role focused on business growth and performance management.

•              Proven track record of developing and implementing successful growth strategies.

•              Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.

•              Excellent leadership and team management skills.

•              Hands-on experience in deploying and managing digital advertising platforms

•              Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tableau, Power BI).

•              Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).

•              Strong project management skills with experience using project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, JIRA).

•              Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

•              Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and financial targets.

 

SKILLS:

•              Strategic Thinking: Crafting growth strategies, identifying market opportunities, and setting performance goals that drive the organization forward.

•              Data Analysis and Interpretation: Using tools like Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI to analyze performance metrics, market trends, and customer behavior to guide strategic initiatives.

•              Leadership and Team Management: Providing direction, mentoring team members, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring effective team collaboration.

•              Project Management: Managing growth and performance-related projects using tools like Asana, Trello, or JIRA, ensuring milestones are met and resources are effectively utilized.

•              Marketing and Sales Coordination: Coordinating campaigns, promotio