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Bright Horizons Strategic Planning Director in Newton, Massachusetts
The Strategic Planning Director plays a pivotal role in the organization’s strategic decision-making process. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Education Advisory Group at Bright Horizons, this position involves overseeing critical aspects of the company’s growth and long-term success.
Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company, trusted by families and employers around the world for high-quality child care and early education, back-up care, and workplace education. We partner with some of the world’s best companies to provide services that help employees perform their best and support families to thrive both personally and professionally.
This will be a hybrid position sitting in our Newton, MA office.
What you will be doing:
Collaborate with finance and department heads to create and manage the annual budget.
Monitor budget performance and recommend adjustments as needed.
Develop and execute M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) strategies aligned with the company’s overall goals.
Evaluate potential acquisition targets and assess their fit within the organization.
Lead the preparation and presentation of business performance reviews.
Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights to senior leadership.
Work closely with product and sales teams to set pricing strategies.
Monitor market trends and adjust pricing models as necessary.
Facilitate the development of strategic goals and objectives.
Ensure alignment between departmental goals and overall company strategy.
Collaborate with leaders from various departments to drive cross-functional initiatives.
Identify opportunities for synergy and alignment across teams.
Organize and lead strategic planning sessions involving key stakeholders.
Facilitate discussions on long-term vision, goals, and action plans.
What we hope you will bring to this role:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field Required, Master's Degree Preferred
10 years of experience in strategic planning, financial analysis and/or business development Required
Proven experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, and business development.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Financial Modeling Skills: Proficiency in creating and analyzing financial models to inform strategic decisions.
Project Management Skills: Ability to manage complex projects, timelines, and resources effectively.
The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.
HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?
Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866
Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) .
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Passion, Potential, and Possibilities
All three await you in a Bright Horizons ® career. Whether you work in one of our child care centers, a corporate office, or a family’s home, you’ll be part of a company named 20 times as one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” (https://youtu.be/IkTDOR2cFHA) Join a team driven to make a difference, one child, one family, and one organization at a time. Come build a brighter future with us .