Head of Strategy & Operations

United StatesFull-timePosted Jul 13, 2026
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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Strategy & Operations based in United States.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the operating model of a fast-growing organization entering its next phase of scale.
You will serve as a strategic and operational partner to executive leadership, solving complex business challenges and driving measurable improvements.
The position combines strategic thinking, analytical depth, and hands-on execution to improve scalability, profitability, and operational discipline.
You will lead a high-performing Strategy & Operations team while partnering across Operations, Product, Finance, Client Success, and other key functions.
This is a high-impact role for an experienced operator who thrives in ambiguity and turns complex problems into actionable solutions.
You will influence company-wide decisions, optimize critical processes, and help build the infrastructure needed for sustainable growth.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, consulting expertise, and a passion for building enterprise-level operating capabilities.

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Strategy & Operations based in United States.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the operating model of a fast-growing organization entering its next phase of scale.
You will serve as a strategic and operational partner to executive leadership, solving complex business challenges and driving measurable improvements.
The position combines strategic thinking, analytical depth, and hands-on execution to improve scalability, profitability, and operational discipline.
You will lead a high-performing Strategy & Operations team while partnering across Operations, Product, Finance, Client Success, and other key functions.
This is a high-impact role for an experienced operator who thrives in ambiguity and turns complex problems into actionable solutions.
You will influence company-wide decisions, optimize critical processes, and help build the infrastructure needed for sustainable growth.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, consulting expertise, and a passion for building enterprise-level operating capabilities.

Accountabilities:

    As the Head of Strategy & Operations, you will lead the Strategy & Operations function and act as a key partner to senior leadership. You will own strategic initiatives, improve operational performance, and build scalable systems that support long-term growth.

    • Lead and develop the Strategy & Operations team, establishing priorities, operating rhythms, quality standards, and a culture of accountability.
    • Partner with executive leadership to identify, structure, and solve the organization’s most complex strategic and operational challenges.
    • Build data-driven analyses, financial models, and executive recommendations to support high-impact business decisions.
    • Work closely with leadership to define operating strategies, prioritize initiatives, and convert discussions into measurable actions.
    • Identify operational constraints across service delivery, network management, routing, and related areas, developing scalable solutions.
    • Improve processes, workflows, tooling, management systems, and operational discipline to increase efficiency and performance.
    • Translate ambiguous challenges into structured plans with clear owners, metrics, timelines, and expected outcomes.
    • Optimize profitability through improvements in resource allocation, operational models, utilization strategies, and business processes.
    • Partner with Finance, Operations, Client Success, and Growth teams to turn business opportunities into operational improvements.
    • Serve as a bridge between operational teams and Product/Engineering by translating frontline challenges into technology opportunities.
    • Evaluate the impact of new tools and solutions to ensure they improve workflows, reduce operational friction, and deliver business value.
    • Remain hands-on when needed by building analyses, reviewing data, creating recommendations, and supporting critical initiatives directly.
    • Requirements:

      The ideal candidate is an experienced strategy and operations leader with a strong analytical foundation, executive presence, and the ability to drive change in complex environments.

      • 8–10 years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, business operations, or a related field.
      • Strong consulting background, with experience from leading strategy consulting environments strongly preferred.
      • Experience leading Strategy & Operations, BizOps, or Strategic Operations functions within a high-growth organization.
      • Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop high-performing teams through influence, autonomy, and accountability.
      • Strong analytical capabilities with advanced Excel skills and the ability to build data-driven recommendations.
      • Experience using data to solve business problems and support executive decision-making.
      • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, peers, and frontline teams.
      • Ability to operate successfully in ambiguous environments where problems require definition and structured problem-solving.
      • Comfortable working as a player-coach who can both lead teams and personally execute critical analytical or operational work.
      • Experience partnering directly with C-suite or senior leadership teams.
      • MBA from a top program or equivalent achievement preferred.
      • Experience in healthcare, logistics, transportation, marketplaces, or regulated industries is a plus.
      • Advanced data skills in SQL, Python, R, or similar tools are preferred.
      • Benefits:

        • Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications.
        • Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
        • Opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact leadership role within a growing organization.
        • Direct exposure to executive leadership and company-wide strategic initiatives.
        • Ability to influence operational transformation and long-term business growth.
        • Collaborative environment with cross-functional partnerships across business and technology teams.
        • Opportunity to lead and develop a talented Strategy & Operations team.
        • Professional growth opportunities within a scaling enterprise organization.
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