Director - Strategic Initiatives (Profitability)

Wesco
Glenview, IL

As the Director – Strategic Initiatives (Profitability), you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic execution and operational excellence across a fast-growing organization. This role requires a highly analytical, organized, and influential leader who thrives in dynamic environments and can translate complex data into actionable strategies. You will serve as a trusted liaison between senior leadership and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring consistent messaging, alignment, and measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a liaison between the Global Finance and field ensuring consistent reporting globally.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives by synthesizing data from HR, Finance, Operations, USD, LEAN,  and external partners Globally to support strategic decision-making.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to senior Centralized leadership, providing insights derived from Global data analysis and market intelligence.
  • Facilitate senior and mid-level meetings by preparing briefing materials, agendas, and follow-up documentation.
  • Lead Profitability discussions monthly with Senior Management based on P3 profitability reporting serves as strategic product data resource
  • Develops data reports to generated from Power Bi in both automated and on demand formats
  • Analyze financial, operational and people data to better insights on performance and profitability of our teams and markets
  • Analyze financial, operational and people data to better insights on performance and profitability of our teams and markets
  • Track and report key metrics for each segment of our market
  • Develop and deliver high impact presentations for Global audiences, including vendor supplier program and customer engagements.
  • Prepare financial forecast/estimates and/or reports (MBRs)Globally and provide strategics analytical expertise in identifying issues and suggestions of course correction in improving efficiency and profitability.
  • Lead and own Centralized National Vendor Program

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Business, Communications, Engineering required
  • Masters Degree - MBA preferred
  • 8+ years in strategy and/or operations
  • Proven experience in a Chief of Staff, Strategy, or Business Operations role supporting senior executives
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
  • Exceptional PowerPoint skills with a portfolio of executive-level presentations tailored for vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and compelling narratives
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams and external relationships
  • Strong project management capabilities with a track record of delivering strategic initiatives on time and within scope
  • Ability to identify potential problems and propose possible solutions
  • Ability to travel 0% - 25%
     

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