Director Of Strategic Initiatives, Growth (principal Program Manager)

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $135,900 usd - $203,900 usd; bonus/equity: r...
Hybrid (at least 50% of time in-office each quarter)
Business operations
Corporate strategy
Enterprise saas sector
Workday is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives within their Growth Organization to lead and manage high-impact initiatives aimed at driving company growth in key market segments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business operations, corporate strategy, and a strong executive presence, with a focus on translating strategic vision into actionable plans

Job Summary

  • The Growth Organization is a dedicated, high-impact team designed to accelerate the company’s success in crucial, must-win market segments.
  • You will serve as a vital extension of the SVP’s office, operating with autonomy to solve the company’s most complex growth challenges and translate executive vision into market reality.
  • In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul.

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Workday is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives within their Growth Organization to lead and manage high-impact initiatives aimed at driving company growth in key market segments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business operations, corporate strategy, and a strong executive presence, with a focus on translating strategic vision into actionable plans.

Salary

Base: $135,900 USD - $203,900 USD; Bonus/Equity: role may be eligible for bonus/commission/stock grants; Benefits: comprehensive benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • business operations
  • corporate strategy
  • enterprise SaaS sector
  • cross-functional product initiatives
  • executive-level content creation
  • market data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • curious minds
  • courageous collaborators
  • sun-drenched optimism
  • agility of a startup
  • bold ideas
  • genuine care

Key Requirements

  • 10-12+ years experience
  • 3+ years leading transformative initiatives
  • 2+ years customer-facing roles
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field

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