Associate Director, Strategic Planning & Operations - Remote

About the role

This role will help shape strategic planning and operational execution across a complex healthcare environment, with a focus on turning enterprise priorities into clear, actionable plans. The Associate Director will partner closely with leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen governance, business rhythms, and accountability across planning cycles. This position also plays a key role in preparing executive-ready materials, surfacing risks and dependencies, and supporting informed leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support annual and long-range business planning for a life sciences business unit.
• Establish and enhance operating rhythms, including business reviews and strategic planning cycles.
• Translate enterprise priorities into actionable plans with success measures and risk assessments.
• Synthesize updates from stakeholders for leadership decision-making.
• Develop executive-ready materials including presentations and status reports.
• Monitor progress across initiatives, identifying risks and dependencies.
• Establish governance practices to enhance accountability and execution discipline.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, business operations, or management consulting, ideally within healthcare or life sciences.
• Proficient in translating enterprise priorities into execution plans and multi-step governance processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex planning cycles and cross-functional reporting initiatives.
• Experience creating impactful executive presentations and business updates.
• Strong background in utilizing business intelligence tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Domo for performance management.
• Skilled in influencing stakeholders and driving execution without direct authority.
• Experienced in coordinating and aligning priorities across diverse business functions.

Pay

$112,700 – $193,200 annually

Benefits

• Work flexibility with remote options (U.S. only) or hybrid in Minneapolis/Washington, D.C.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement contributions.
• Incentive and recognition programs to reward performance.
• Stock purchase options available for employees.