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Food Lion · 5 hours ago

Director Strategic Insights

Salisbury, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Food Lion is committed to the professional development of its associates and seeks a Director of Strategic Insights to shape the future of the Brand. This role involves leading a high-performing team to assess market landscapes, develop predictive analytics, and drive strategic initiatives that ensure organizational growth and alignment.

Retail

Responsibilities

Be a critical member of the team that champions a dynamic, integrated strategic planning process that aligns all business initiatives with our Brand's vision and growth ambitions

Lead the development of predictive analytics and strategic frameworks to inform decision-making and spark innovative thinking

Serve as a strategic advisor, ensuring leadership teams are equipped with the guidance and information needed for decisive action

Provide clear strategic direction, building consensus and momentum for initiatives that drive profitable growth and organizational alignment

Identify and communicate the most critical metrics for evaluating strategic initiatives and their implications for customers and categories

Explore and implement advanced analytical tools and methodologies, elevating the value and visibility of business intelligence across the Brand

Synthesize diverse business intelligence to illuminate strategic challenges, dilemmas, and breakthrough opportunities

Construct macro-economic models to interpret market trends, performance drivers, and emerging opportunities at regional scale

Facilitate regular leadership reviews to track progress, adapt plans, and celebrate milestones

Forge strong, trust-based relationships with leadership and cross-functional partners to accelerate strategic outcomes

Craft and communicate compelling strategic narratives that articulate actionable insights and provide clarity across all organizational levels

Design and evaluate growth strategies for our operating area with an eye toward innovation and impact

Build a resilient, agile team prepared to lead our organization into the future

Ensure the team is equipped with the skills and perspectives needed to adapt to evolving business demands

Championing a culture of growth by mentoring and developing talent, fostering curiosity, and encouraging innovative thinking

Empower team members to challenge assumptions, embrace change, and pursue their career aspirations

Qualification

Predictive AnalyticsStrategic PlanningOrganizational DynamicsRetail StrategyData-Driven Decision MakingInnovationTeam LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in retail business or related field

10+ years of progressive leadership experience at the Manager level or above with direct experience in providing consultation to business leaders

Model Strategic Curiosity: Proactively seeks new perspectives, challenge assumptions, and fosters a culture of inquiry and learning

Inspiration and Empower: Create an environment where team members are motivated, valued, and encouraged to contribute their best ideas

Drive Collaboration: Build strong, trust-based relationships across all levels and functions, facilitating open dialogue and alignment

Lead with Integrity and Accountability: Demonstrate ethical behavior, transparency, and ownership of outcomes

Champion Change and Innovation: Embrace ambiguity, lead through change with optimism, and encourage experimentation and continuous improvement

Communicate Vision and Purpose: Articulate a compelling vision, translating complex strategies into actionable plans that inspire confidence

Developing Future Leaders: Mentor and nurture emerging talent, building a strong succession pipeline

Demonstrate Results Orientation: Set ambitious goals, maintain focus on priorities, and drive execution with determination and agility

Strategic Agility: Anticipates future trends and consequences, creates breakthrough strategies, and adapts quickly to changing environments

Influence and Impact: Persuades and inspires others, builds consensus, and gains commitment for strategic initiatives

Analytical Acumen: Synthesizes complex information, identifies patterns, and makes sound, data-driven decisions

Change Leadership: Guides teams through transformation, manages resistance, and accelerates adoption of new ideas

Collaboration & Relationship Building: Works effectively across boundaries, values diverse perspectives, and builds networks of support

Resilience: Maintains composure and focus under pressure, learns from setbacks, and persists in the face of challenges

Innovation: Encourages creative thinking, challenges the status quo, and implements new approaches that drive value

Talent Development: Identifies, develops, and retains high-potential talent, fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning

Customer & Stakeholder Focus: Understands and anticipates the needs of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring strategies deliver meaningful impact