Strategic Planning Senior Manager

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Strategy & Corporate Development

Job Profile

Strategic Planning Sr Manager

Management Level

Sr Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $131,600.00 - $219,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Automotive is seeking a Strategic Planning Senior Manager to lead and execute high-impact strategic data initiatives that shape the future of our business. In this pivotal role, you'll partner across business units and corporate functions to define enterprise-level data strategies, translate them into actionable plans, and ensure their successful delivery.

We’re looking for a strategic thinker with strong data acumen, excellent communication skills, and a passion for turning vision into results. You’ll bridge strategy and execution, influence senior stakeholders, and drive initiatives that unlock the full value of data across our organization.

Core Focus Areas:

Strategy Development

• Define and implement Cox Automotive’s centralized data strategy at the corporate level.

• Analyze market trends, internal capabilities, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for data to drive top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency.

• Lead strategic projects such as business unit data strategies, data model development, maturity assessments, and points of view on key data assets.

Strategic Execution

• Lead the end-to-end execution of strategic data initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals.

• Collaborate with business units to activate strategies, integrate initiatives into roadmaps, and establish feedback loops for continuous improvement.

Tactical Implementation

• Bridge strategy with operations by working closely with product, analytics, and technology teams to turn plans into actionable, measurable outcomes.

• Ensure seamless execution of projects, tracking impact and driving adoption across teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with cross-functional leaders and executives to build alignment and support for data initiatives.

• Present strategic insights and recommendations through clear, compelling storytelling and executive-level communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for data-driven initiatives.

• Conduct market assessments, competitive analysis, and internal capability evaluations.

• Create deliverables including points of view, strategy briefs, and executive presentations.

• Guide multi-functional teams in scoping, planning, and delivering strategic programs.

• Act as a thought leader and internal consultant for senior stakeholders.

• Mentor and coach junior team members in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 8 years of experience in a related field. A candidate may also qualify with a master’s degree and 6 years of experience, a Ph.D. and 3 years of experience, or 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

• 3+ years of leadership experience with a proven track record of managing strategic initiatives.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally in a matrixed organization.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level storytelling and presentation development in PowerPoint.

• Strategic mindset, ownership mentality, and the ability to execute with a focus on outcomes.

• Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in management consulting

• Experience with business intellig