Director, Strategic Planning and Development

Emerson

full-time

Posted on: 8/26/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Ohio

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About the role

Support and work with professional tool brands including RIDGID, Greenlee and Klauke
Report to the Group President and lead high-visibility strategic planning and development
Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in MEP sectors including partnerships, acquisitions, and diversification
Build market and competitive intelligence to inform strategic direction
Develop and refine scalable strategic planning models aligned with capabilities and growth goals
Coordinate critical initiatives across business units and regions for prioritized execution
Act as a strategic connector between enterprise initiatives and local execution
Evaluate and lead business model innovation to unlock new value and accelerate growth

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in business strategy or corporate innovation within a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Shown success in crafting and launching business initiatives that drive measurable impact
Ability to apply creative problem-solving and analytical thinking in high-stakes or ambiguous situations
Proven track record managing multiple sophisticated projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and strategic alignment
Comfortable working across teams and building positive relationships at all levels of the organization
Blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution ability
Strong analytical skills and business insight, with awareness of technology and industry trends
Experience developing and driving innovative ideas to enhance business performance or employee experience
Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Management (MBA) or equivalent experience
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship not provided