Director of Strategy

Director of Strategy
In order to be considered for this position you will be required to apply, using your SKF email, via the following link: Apply Here - Director of Strategy - #23183

In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

• Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
• Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
• Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

Reports to: Vice President, Strategy, Product Lines, Marketing & Communications

Location: Blue Bell, PA

Job ID: 23183

Salary Range: $168,000.00 to $200,000.00

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Strategy to lead the development, execution, and optimization of our company’s strategic initiatives. This role will be instrumental in driving long-term growth by identifying new opportunities, improving operational efficiency, and aligning cross-functional teams toward key business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring strong business acumen, commercial experience, and exceptional leadership and communication skills to influence decisions at all levels of the organization.

• Strategy Development & Execution: Develop and drive the corporate strategic planning process, including business modeling, market analysis, and strategic road mapping.

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure strategic initiatives are aligned, resourced, and effectively executed across the organization.

• Program & Project Management: Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of strategic programs and key business initiatives. Ensure timelines, milestones, and KPIs are met.

• Commercial Insight & Business Planning: Use deep commercial understanding and market insights to inform strategy, evaluate business opportunities, and support revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management: Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations and reports to senior leadership, board members, and key stakeholders. Ensure alignment across all levels.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and manage a strategy performance framework with KPIs and scorecards to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

• Proven experience (8+ years) in strategy, management consulting, and corporate development, or a similar role
• Strong business acumen and commercial sensibility with a track record of driving business outcomes
• Exceptional leadership and influence skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
• Excellent organizational and program management capabilities; able to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Analytical and data-driven mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field (MBA or equivalent preferred)

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.