Sr Director, Transformation and Innovation
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Senior Director of Transformation & Innovation
The Marketing Senior Director of Transformation & Innovation is a pivotal role, supporting the Chief Marketing Officer in driving the strategic and operational initiatives of the marketing function. This senior director-level position requires a proactive leader who can lead and manage cross-functional projects, drive change, optimize the marketing operational cadence, and drive strategic initiatives supporting the CMO. The ideal candidate will possess superior organizational and communication skills, mastery of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and demonstrated experience in leading complex projects across multiple stakeholders.
About the Role
In this opportunity as Senior Director of Transformation & Innovation your key responsibilities will be:
Operational Cadence: Develop, implement, and monitor goals and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to ensure strategic alignment and accountability within the marketing function. Drive the marketing operational cadence in partnership with the CMO, including organizing leadership meetings, QBRs, town halls, and other key events
Analytical Insights: Conduct detailed analyses to generate data-driven insights and actionable recommendations that support strategic decision-making and marketing optimization.
Organizational Effectiveness: Collaborate with leadership to assess and refine organizational processes, enhancing efficiency and alignment with strategic objectives.
Change Management: Develop and execute change management strategies to facilitate the successful adoption of new initiatives, processes, and cultural shifts within the marketing team.
Innovation and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous process improvement to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of marketing operations.
Cross-functional Leadership: Lead and manage cross-functional initiatives within the marketing function, ensuring alignment and effective collaboration across teams.
Project Management: Plan, initiate, and deliver complex projects with cross-functional requirements. Actively lead all phases of projects, influence team members, and ensure alignment towards project goals.
Communication: Effectively communicate complex ideas across multiple organizational levels, adapting style to reflect changing circumstances and stakeholder needs.
Business Knowledge: Develop and maintain broad knowledge of related functional areas across the business. Interact with senior leadership.
Holistic Perspective: Take a holistic view when addressing opportunities, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.
About You
You’re a fit for the role of Senior Director of Transformation & Innovation, if your background includes:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; Masters preferred
Minimum of 10 years of progressive commercial and/or operational experience, including implementation of cross-functional projects in a technology or matrix organizational environment
Proven experience in a similar role, with demonstrated success in leading and managing cross-functional projects.
Superior communication skills, with the ability to distill high volumes of information into concise, relevant reports.
Mastery of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
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What’s in it For You?
Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
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