Director Of Strategic Initiatives, Growth (principal Program Manager)

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $135,900 usd - $203,900 usd (primary locatio...
Fully remote
Translate executive vision into market reality
Lead cross-functional product initiatives end-to-end
Define frameworks and metrics for success
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • Lead cross-functional product initiatives end-to-end, moving from ambiguity to operational diligence to concrete ROI with minimal oversight.
  • Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm; we look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

Base: $135,900 USD - $203,900 USD (Primary Location); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or commission/bonus, annual stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Translate executive vision into market reality
  • Lead cross-functional product initiatives end-to-end
  • Define frameworks and metrics for success
  • Navigate and influence leaders across departments
  • Create executive-level content for external engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • Agility of a startup with Workday's scale
  • Empathy and shared enthusiasm

Key Requirements

  • 10-12+ years in business operations, corporate strategy, or management consulting
  • 3+ years leading large-scale, transformative initiatives
  • 2+ years in customer-facing or market-facing roles
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or related field

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