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Avis Budget Group · 11 hours ago

Strategic Initiatives Manager

Parsippany, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

3+ years exp

Avis Budget Group is seeking a Strategic Initiatives Manager to drive the company’s top priorities and shape its long-term success. This role involves developing and executing comprehensive business strategies, collaborating with stakeholders, and leading change management initiatives to achieve strategic goals.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to identify, define, and execute high-impact strategic initiatives that align with the company's long-term objectives

Identify opportunities to rethink operational approaches, streamline processes, and integrate technology or external expertise to enhance overall efficiency

Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership, providing insightful frameworks, tools, and recommendations that drive business growth and transformation

Lead end-to-end project execution, overseeing everything from scoping and analysis to implementation and post-project measurement to ensure alignment with business goals

Coordinate cross-functional teams, removing obstacles and maintaining accountability throughout project lifecycles to ensure timely and effective delivery

Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and shared ownership of project outcomes, while ensuring alignment and engagement

Lead change management efforts, securing buy-in from stakeholders and driving the successful adoption and execution of strategic initiatives across the organization

Conduct in-depth data and financial analyses to identify high-priority opportunities, assess ROI, and provide data-backed recommendations that shape strategic direction

Influence key decision-makers by presenting compelling, data-driven arguments to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of strategic initiatives, continuously optimizing for improved results

Deliver actionable insights based on data analysis to refine both operational and strategic outcomes, ensuring long-term success

Qualification

Strategic planningData analysisProject managementMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAdaptabilityProblem-solving

Required

A bachelor's degree with extensive work experience in strategy and a strong academic record is required

A minimum of 3 years of experience in roles such as management consulting, corporate finance, corporate development, data analytics, or strategy, demonstrating a track record of success in these areas

Strong quantitative skills with a proven ability to deconstruct complex problems through data analysis and craft compelling, data-driven narratives to support decision-making

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint, with a working knowledge of SQL queries and Tableau or similar data visualization tools

Proven experience in leading cross-functional projects, managing competing priorities, and delivering results in a timely and efficient manner

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences including C-Suite level executives

A proactive, curious learner with a passion for tackling challenging problems and working effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, fostering a positive and productive team dynamic

You need to be a self-starter, comfortable navigating ambiguity, with a demonstrated ability to apply creative and pragmatic analytical approaches when ideal data may not be readily available

Preferred

An advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PhD) is preferred

Benefits

Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance

Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Accident Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages

401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions

Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills

Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars

Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more

Company

Avis Budget Group

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Avis Budget Group offers professionals and individuals with vehicle rental and sharing services.

Founded in 1946

Parsippany, New Jersey, USA

10001+ employees

http://avisbudgetgroup.com

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