Director of Strategy, Business Operations & Analytics

About Our ClientOur client offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Our client's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. The technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. This role is part of a larger technology conglomerate, and the mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join the team.About the RoleOur client is looking for a Director of Strategy, Business Operations & Analytics to report to the Chief Business Officer. This role is based remotely in the United States. This leadership position is responsible for providing critical data-driven insights, ensuring cross-functional alignment of goals and execution, and helping to drive new commercial initiatives forward. The individual will lead multi-disciplined business and technology professionals with high effectiveness, energy, and integrity, ensuring the organization operates effectively across functions, product areas, and geographies to drive both short-term momentum and long-term goals. The ideal candidate is intrinsically driven to solve hard problems, turn strategy into successful execution, and develop a reputation for collaboration, creativity, and practicality.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish and lead a high-performing team to inform the organization's overall commercial strategy by assessing and sizing new market opportunities.Drive the operational processes and forums that underpin the smooth functioning of the business, including corporate operating rhythms for reviews and decision-making.Monitor the health of the business through the creation of performance dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and tracking Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) at varying levels and across teams.Partner closely with functions like Partnerships, Product, Operations, and Marketing to set functional strategies, execution plans, and track performance.Align business & financial goals, product planning, and workforce/budget applications to ensure effective operation across functions, levels, and geographies.Turn insights and recommendations into action by collaborating with front-line teams and key cross-functional leaders (e.g., Engineering, Finance, HR, Legal).Support the organization through critical milestones such as new product launches, partnership activations, and entry into new markets (domestic & international).Interface effectively with executives and advisors, assisting senior leadership on key topics for corporate governance, forecasting, and growth plans.Required Qualifications20+ years of experience leading and motivating teams in business or product operations, corporate strategy, management consulting, or functionally equivalent roles with a track record of success and growth.Experience scaling, operationalizing, or commercializing a business or product at a previous company.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience; MBA or equivalent experience.Mastery in driving and executing complex, executive/board-level strategy and operations decision-making with a hands-on approach.Exceptional ability to take ownership, interact confidently with all levels, set objectives, and drive results.Track record of setting and eclipsing ambitious goals while working with diverse, cross-geography, cross-functional technology and business teams.Experience in scaling high-performing teams across multiple job functions such as Corporate Strategy, Product Management, Operations, and Analytics/Data Science.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor to the right audience and confidence to make sound judgment calls with imperfect information.Salary Range$259,000—$344,000 USDNote:“We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer. Swooped helps candidates around the world to discover and stay focused on the jobs they want until they can complete a full application in the hiring company career page/ATS.”