Strategic Planning Manager
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from BrunelHeadhunter - connecting top talent with exceptional opportunities.Our client is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, playing a pivotal role in shaping company priorities, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring operational excellence during a period of significant growth and investment. This high-visibility role offers a rare opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, contribute to key business decisions, and influence the company's long-term trajectory.Main ResponsibilitiesExecutive Support: Provide day-to-day assistance to the CEO, including calendar management, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions.Strategic Coordination: Collaborate with leadership teams to track progress on company initiatives and ensure alignment with the CEO's objectives.Communication: Draft high-level presentations, reports, speeches, and correspondence; act as liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.Operational Oversight: Monitor KPIs, produce performance dashboards, and deliver insights on operational and financial trends.Meeting Preparation: Develop agendas, talking points, and briefing materials for board meetings, investor calls, and internal reviews.Confidentiality & Judgment: Handle sensitive information with discretion and exercise sound decision-making at all times.What Makes This Role UniqueHigh visibility to C-suite and executive leadership, offering recognition and direct impact on strategic initiatives.Cross-functional collaboration across departments, fostering broad business exposure and professional growth.Clear opportunities for internal advancement based on merit and performance—past employees in this role have been promoted by the current CEO.Company undergoing rapid expansion with significant investment, new leadership, and a focus on upgrading executive capabilities and infrastructure.Candidate Profile2+ years in executive support, project management, strategy, or operations—ideally within manufacturing, industrial environments, or management consulting.Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Management, Finance, or related field.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint.Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and maintain professionalism and discretion.Master's degree or MBA.Experience in the steel or heavy manufacturing industry.Exposure to C-suite decision-making and board-level communication.Balance of tactical execution with strategic thinking.Familiarity with ERP systems.If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for strategy and operations, and you're ready to work alongside senior executives during a transformative phase of growth, this role could be your ideal next step.Seniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Brunel by 2xGet notified about new Strategic Planning Manager jobs in Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR $55,800.00-$85,750.00 1 week agoLittle Rock Metropolitan Area 2 months agoLittle Rock, AR $80,000.00-$96,000.00 5 days agoLittle Rock, AR $47,990.00-$53,988.00 2 months agoLittle Rock Metropolitan Area $125,000.00-$175,000.00 2 weeks agoLittle Rock, AR $90,000.00-$118,000.00 3 weeks agoSr or Operations Applications Analyst II (Business Analyst)Senior Finance Manager - Small Medium Enterprises and Channel AzureArkansas, United States $96,500.00-$206,400.00 1 day agoMobility (Traffic and Planning) Services Practice LeadMobility (Traffic and Planning) Services Practice LeadMobility (Traffic and Planning) Services Practice LeadTransportation Geotechnical Business Class LeaderTransportation Geotechnical Business Class LeaderCollector, Drug & BA Testing - (PRN) - ExamOne/Little Rock AR areaTax Senior (Public Accounting) Hybrid/RemoteLittle Rock, AR $80,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.J-18808-Ljbffr