Head of Strategy

About MN Custom Homes 

Founded in 2011 by two Bellevue locals, we have grown to become the preeminent Eastside luxury home builder today. Since Day 1 we have been driven by innovation and obsessed with setting our homes apart through their overall design and functionality. We truly get a thrill doing what we love most: building thoughtful homes that inspire community. Learn more about us and see our work at: https://mncustom.com 
 

Why MN? 

We pride ourselves on our empowered team environment and dedication to taking care of our people. We believe in setting you up to succeed with clear career progression, learning opportunities, and ownership of your role from the get-go. Accountability is huge for us, and we place a lot of trust in our employees to do the right thing. We believe that a supportive and inclusive culture yields happy people, and happy people are the most successful at what they do. 

 
About This Role  

The Head of Strategy is a key leadership position that will play a central role in driving the success and growth of MN Custom Homes. This position is responsible for shaping the strategic direction of the company, creating actionable plans, and executing strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a strong business acumen, a proven ability to scale operations, and a history of driving impactful business transformations. They will work cross-functionally to ensure alignment across teams, track progress, and provide clear, data-driven insights to senior leadership, ensuring that our strategy is communicated effectively throughout the organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence our future growth and help shape the trajectory of a thriving business.

On a Given Day, Your Work Might Include 

•  Develop and implement corporate strategies to drive growth, improve profitability, and ensure long-term sustainability.
• Lead the annual panning cycle to develop and communicate strategic objectives at all levels of the organization.
• Foster a culture of long-range planning and strategic alignment across departments.
• Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to inform decision-making and
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to identify opportunities for geographic and production line expansion, partnership, and new revenue streams.
• Evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances to support growth objectives.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to set and achieve high-impact goals related to operational excellence, technology, innovation, and forward-thinking initiatives.
• Partner with CFO to align strategic initiatives with financial planning, capital allocation, and investment priorities.
• Support capital-rising activities, including investor relations and funding strategies.
• Foster a culture of strategic thinking, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Mentor and develop leaders within the company to enhance strategic capabilities and leadership depth.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and scalability.
• Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure seamless execution and strategic initiatives.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements:

• This position requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer on a daily basis
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion with or without accommodation

Travel & Vehicle Requirements:

• Some travel within 10-mile radius

What You’ll Need to Succeed  

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s in business administration (MBS) or equivalent advanced degree or in a relevant field is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in strategy, business development, or management consulting, preferably within the manufacturing or real estate industry.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with experience in business modeling and capital planning.