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Director Strategy Operations

Director Strategy Operations

SoTalentStreamwood, IL, United States
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Salary Range : Approx. $174,500 to $274,230 annually (depending on experience, qualifications, location, and job‐scope)

About the Organization

This company is a major player in the collection and processing of high‑quality plasma for therapies that save and improve lives. With many state‐of‐the‐art donor centers across the country, the organization plays a vital role in the medical supply chain—particularly for patients who rely on plasma‑derived treatments that cannot be synthetically made. Working here means you’ll directly contribute to meaningful healthcare impact, in a fast‑paced but deeply mission‑driven culture.

Role Purpose

You will lead the execution of strategic business initiatives aligned with the organization’s long‑term vision. You'll work across functions to ensure that end‑to‑end systems, processes, and teams operate efficiently, driving growth, innovation, and sustainability. Success in this role means seeing tangible outcomes from new initiatives, process improvements, and business model enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute business strategies across multiple departments and processes; align them with overall organizational goals for sustainable growth.
  • Drive strategic planning : set milestones, define objectives, and coordinate actions across teams to ensure initiatives advance on schedule.
  • Liaise with senior leadership and external stakeholders, clearly communicating strategic plans, outcomes, and expectations.
  • Identify new opportunities for growth and innovation—whether new products, services, or enhancements to existing models.
  • Build financial models and perform rigorous analysis to evaluate strategic options, investments, and risks.
  • Monitor market trends—both short‑term and long‑term—and assess their implications on strategy and execution.
  • Oversee cross‑cutting operational improvements, systems integration, and process optimization to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Make high‑impact decisions about operational and financial trade‑offs, balancing risk, cost, and return.
  • Lead and inspire teams to foster continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability across the organization.

Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Management, or related field. Master’s degree (MBA, MHA) or equivalent is a plus.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in strategic operations, business planning, or leadership roles—especially in global or scaled environments.
  • Strong financial modeling skills and experience analyzing complex business cases.
  • Significant exposure to systems thinking, process engineering, or operations management.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex business strategies clearly to varying audiences (senior executives, operational teams, stakeholders).
  • Proven track record of driving cross‑functional initiatives and leading change.
  • Knowledge of healthcare or life sciences—especially in areas related to plasma or biologics—is highly desirable.
  • Certifications in project management, operational excellence (such as Lean or Six Sigma), or related disciplines are a strength.

    • Behavioral Competencies

  • Strategic thinker : capable of seeing the big picture and guiding long‑term direction.
  • Collaborative leader : able to build strong working relationships, motivate teams, and align stakeholders.
  • Adaptable and resilient : able to thrive in evolving environments with changing priorities.
  • Results‐oriented with high integrity : takes ownership of outcomes, holds self and team accountable.
  • Innovative mindset : constantly looking for new ways to improve, streamline, or transform processes.

    • Compensation & Benefits

  • A competitive base salary reflecting the level of responsibility and seniority.
  • The total compensation depends on your experience, education, licensure / certification, and the region from which you work.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage; retirement plan with matching; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; educational support; and other well‑being and wellness programs.

    • Please note : This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared by a member of our team.

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