Director of Strategy & Operations

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio and in-game ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.
Strategy and Operations aims to maximize cross-collaboration, standardize & implement operational best practices, provide measurable insights for StackAdapt to improve company performance, and enhance full-funnel accountability across all organizations. We strive to be the connective tissue across multiple internal teams. The ideal candidate is a self-starter that can lead through ambiguity, make data driven decisions, is highly organized, and curious.
The Director of Strategy and Operations will need to manage confidential information, define the rhythm of the business, develop plans for strategic initiatives, and drive alignment across teams to achieve annual operating objectives. You will play a pivotal role in building the culture, camaraderie, and momentum of the team and be considered a strategic advisor to the Revenue Leadership Team.

What you'll be doing

• Influence and develop company GTM improvements via market expansion strategy, managing product priorities, resourcing etc.
• Design annual operating priorities and company OKR alignment across all teams/departments via Cascade
• Project manage and lead company strategy across revenue operations, sales, products, engineering, finance, etc. spanning beyond the scope of the group, requiring cross-company collaboration
• Partner with leadership to design organizational blueprints that maximize org efficacy, support key organizational budgets (OPEX) and manage existing and future HC needs
• Maintain the governance (Rhythm of the Business) structure across the organization (Steering Committees, Monthly Tech Reviews, Product Reviews, Leadership Offsites, All Hands, Operational Reviews, Team Scorecards, financial plans, etc.)
• Develop and implement a system for tracking and reporting on the progress of the strategic plan implementation
• Partner with marketing and revenue teams to develop customer sat surveys and action plans

What you'll bring to the table

• 7+ years experience in Strategy & Operations, Product, Sales, Program Management, or strategic focused roles
• BA/BS in fields such as Business, Economics, Math/Science; or equivalent professional experience
• Proven analytical abilities demonstrated through academic achievement or work experience
• Operationally savvy, organized, and flexible, while keeping the operational processes running on time
• Leads with empathy and fosters the development of your sales strategy & operations team
• Expert at building relationships and providing recommendations for improvement of a business function
• Skilled communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas to senior leaders in a simplistic manner

StackAdapters Enjoy

• Highly competitive salary + equity
• RRSP/401K matching
• 3 weeks vacation + 3 personal care days + 1 Culture & Belief day + birthdays off
• Access to a comprehensive mental health care platform
• Full benefits from day one of employment
• Work from home reimbursements
• Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office
• Robust training and onboarding program
• Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, etc)
• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
• An awesome parental leave policy
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Our social and team events!

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.
About StackAdapt
We've been recognized for our high performing campaign conversion rates, award-winning customer service, and innovation by numerous industry publications including:
#1 DSP on G2 and leader in the Video and Cross-Channel Advertising CategoriesTop 20 on Ad Age's Best Places to Work 2023