Constant Contact

Director of Strategic Planning

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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$172,400 – $215,500Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field, with a Master’s degree preferred. They must have at least 8 years of experience in strategic planning, business management, or executive-level consulting, along with proven experience managing executive teams and facilitating high-impact meetings. Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills are essential, as well as exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategic initiatives, and experience in change management and business transformation is desired.

Responsibilities

As the Director of Strategic Planning, you will oversee the implementation of the company’s strategic plan, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market trends. You will collaborate with executive leadership to define corporate priorities and key performance indicators (KPIs), organize and facilitate executive offsites, and lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and organizational agility. Additionally, you will program manage key executive initiatives and contribute to the overall growth and innovation of Constant Contact.

Skills

Strategic Planning
Leadership
Analytical Skills
Facilitation
Stakeholder Engagement
Change Management
Business Transformation
Project Management

Constant Contact

Digital marketing solutions for small businesses

About Constant Contact

Constant Contact offers digital marketing solutions for small businesses and nonprofits, focusing on email and social media marketing. Their user-friendly tools help clients create effective marketing campaigns to engage their target audiences and drive sales or donations. Operating on a subscription-based model, Constant Contact provides various pricing tiers to accommodate different business sizes, making their services accessible to all. The company aims to simplify marketing for organizations that may lack the resources or expertise to manage complex campaigns.

Key Metrics

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1995Year Founded
$420.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like ActiveCampaign and Mailchimp.
Potential strategic shifts due to the sale of Siris Capital's ownership stake.
Data privacy challenges from integrations with platforms like Square.

Differentiation

Constant Contact offers AI-powered tools like Campaign Builder and BrandKit.
The company integrates with over 300 apps, including Square and HostGator.
Constant Contact provides a subscription-based model with various pricing tiers.

Upsides

Constant Contact is recognized as a market leader in email marketing.
The partnership with Square enhances marketing and transaction capabilities.
Expansion in APAC positions the company for growth in Asia-Pacific.

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