Strategic Business Planning Manager (Hybrid)

About the role

Work in alignment with senior leadership to ensure strategic business priorities are identified, prioritized and executed.

Responsibilities

• Define and establish strategic planning processes, plans, priorities, capabilities, measures of success, etc.
• Develop and/or maintain strategic roadmap and assigned strategic dashboards/tracking mechanisms.
• Manage the timing of inputs/outputs that drive strategic project prioritization.
• Identify integrations across the organization that impact the group.
• Cook up and maintain strong relationships with supported groups and project teams.
• Serve as the escalation point to resolve conflicts on priorities, goals, strategies, resources and key initiatives.
• Create and deliver strategic presentations, story boards, etc. tailored for specific audiences.
• Develop productivity solutions using approved AI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.
• Eight years of strategic planning experience in a similar environment or in a planning/consultant role.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization to guide in strategic planning fundamentals and plan execution.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to plan strategy, tactics and perform root cause analysis.
• Presentation skills to create and deliver information to a wide audience.
• Familiarity with project management tools, lifecycles, etc.
• Familiarity with AI tools including CoPilot.
• Proficiency using MS Office tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Insurance/financial services experience.
• Supervisory/management experience.
• Understanding of LEAN Six Sigma methodology.

Working Conditions

Hybrid office environment
Occasional travel: less than 10%

Compensation

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $104,000 - $125,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
• Pension Plan 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• MEDICAL INSURANCE
• DENTAL INSURANCE
• VISION INSURANCE
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
• 160 hours of paid time off annually
• Ten (10) paid holidays per year
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back-Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion and Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

What We Offer

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Give Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Our Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

Transamerica’s History

As of December 31, 2023, Transamerica has a rich history dating back to 1844. The company was founded by William H. Allen, who started a small insurance agency in New York City. Over the years, Transamerica has evolved into a major player in the financial services industry, offering a wide range of products and services to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Today, Transamerica continues to grow and adapt, driven by a commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and a strong sense of purpose.