Sr Director- Strategic Initiatives

Requisition ID:912076
Store #:A00106 Business Intelligence - UNY5AV
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

With a unique global network of commercial subsidiaries and independent distributors across major markets, our customers are offered a strong portfolio of the most popular lens, frames, instruments and equipment brands that can serve every sector of the market. The Professional Solutions team works with our customers one-on-one, developing professional relationships based on trust and care.

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GENERAL FUNCTION

The Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives will lead critical initiatives that drive growth, transformation, and execution across Professional Solutions. Reporting to the SVP of Strategy & Business Development, this leader will oversee the development of go-to-market (GTM) strategies, sales force transformation efforts, channel growth plans, and strategic initiatives across the Professional Solutions portfolio.

This role spans both the commercial and support sides of the business, ensuring consistency and alignment across all Professional Solutions business units. As the regional leader for corporate initiatives, the Senior Director will drive the execution of HQ-designed global programs within the Americas region ensuring Professional Solutions priorities are reflected and delivered at scale.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Growth:

• Lead channel and category opportunity assessments to guide strategic planning and growth.
• Drive the design and implementation of Sales Force and GTM strategy design, ensuring new ways of working defined and ready to be cascaded effectively.
• Serve as the regional lead for corporate initiatives, representing Professional Solutions Americas in global company-wide programs.
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure alignment of goals, roles, and organizational structures across commercial and corporate functions.

Commercial & Customer Excellence:

• Partner with Customer Excellence and Support teams to drive effective market launches and ensure initiatives are cascaded across the region.
• Collaborate with Commercial Excellence and Channel Leaders to design frameworks that accelerate project activation and execution.
• Identify and evaluate evolutions in GTM models and commercial approaches to strengthen market performance and competitiveness.

Global & Regional Impact:

• Ensure Professional Solutions Americas' priorities are fully represented in corporate initiatives and embedded into global business strategies.
• Work cross-functionally to connect strategic planning, business development, and execution across business units.
• Support SVP and executive leadership with insights, recommendations, and readiness for business unit initiatives.

People Leadership

• Manage and develop a team of Directors/Senior Managers across the Optical, Sun, and Med/Tech channels.
• Build a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to channel leaders to ensure consistency and scalability of strategies.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Economics, Strategy, or a related field required.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in strategic planning, commercial strategy/business development, or channel leadership, preferably within healthcare, med-tech, or consumer industries. Previous experience in top-tier management consulting firms is considered a strong plus
• Strong track record in sales force transformation, GTM design, or channel growth execution.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams at regional and global levels.
• Proven experience managing senior- mid-level talent in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Superior communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational change leadership skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the business.

Pay Range:223,817.60-324,352.00

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.