Manager Strategic Initiatives
IDj-3631
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site
Compensation$175000 - $195000 / yr
Director, Strategic Growth
Partner directly with the CEO to accelerate commercial growth, product commercialization, and enterprise initiatives.
Champaign, IL area – onsite
Background: Manufacturing Required
$175k-$225k +bonus potential
Growing U.S. manufacturer seeking a high-impact leader to drive strategic initiatives across commercial execution, go-to-market strategy, sales effectiveness, channel development, AI-enabled business tools, and new product commercialization.
This is not a traditional project management role.
Looking for someone who enjoys building, influencing, and driving results across Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Operations, and Product teams.
Ideal Background:
✔ 10–20 years of progressive experience
✔ Commercial strategy, business transformation, product commercialization, sales operations, or growth initiatives
✔ Experience leading cross-functional initiatives without direct authority
✔ Manufacturing, industrial technology, electronics, or engineered products experience preferred
✔ Comfortable working directly with executive leadership
Why Consider It?
- Direct CEO exposure
- Visible impact on company growth
- Broad enterprise responsibility
- Opportunity to help shape future strategy and execution
- Future leadership growth potential
Location: Central Illinois - 2 hours South of Chicago
Permanent US work authorization required.