Director, Business Planning and Strategy Job Job in New York, New York US
Director, Business Planning and Strategy Job
The Director ? Business planning and Strategy will be a key member of the Global Network Business (GNB) Executive Office and will be responsible for providing strategic, analytical and decision support to the SVP of GNB on a wide range of business issues. This role will work closely with all key partners in Finance, Communications, Human Resources, Technologies, Risk, GCO and Compliance to ensure that organizational goals are achieved. The incumbent will run many core business initiatives and processes and lead special projects, as requested. Key responsibilities will include: * Deliver broad range of communications, including strategy/update presentations, Town Hall presentations and employee communications. * Drive and develop core sections of critical business planning processes (e.g. SQP, BUR) * Developing and coordinating content and agendas for key meetings (e.g. Staff Meetings, Team Calls, Town Halls) * Act as central point of contact for the day-to-day business management of SVP?s office including: * Manage a cost center * Drive the PMP process * Handle ad-hoc administrative items * Work on a broad range of strategy/operational projects * Working to design and maintain scorecards and monitor key performance metrics The individual should have a very strong strategic thinking background that will enable them to leverage this experience to be able to lead various projects. Must have strong relationship building skills as the role involves working closely with all direct reports of the SVP and support groups. The position requires flexibility and the ability to effectively function in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including the ability to lead ad hoc projects that arise due to developing business needs. American Express is an equal opportunity employer. This position requires the incumbent to be a highly motivated self-starter able to operate with little direction and on multiple, diverse fronts simultaneously, with careful attention to detail. Must possess an ability to think creatively, strategically and globally. The incumbent will have access to highly confidential information and will need to exercise discretion at all times. * Strong follow-up and attention to detail * Excellent relationship building and influencing skills * Sound business judgment and strategic perspective * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a complex, matrixed environment * Ability to drive results with minimal supervision * Big picture, strategic thinker * Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) with ability to interact at all levels and work across markets * Solid financial acumen * Executive presence and business maturity * High energy team player * Forward thinker with sincere interest in delivering results and making a strong business impact * MBA and / or consulting experience a strong plus