Director US Strategy

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

Position Summary

Manage the team driving strategy development at ADUSA to further activate the US growth ambition and global Growing Together strategy. Establish & support the US' top strategic priorities and the programs within them. Supports communicating priorities across ADUSA to foster engagement from the total company on the organization's strategic agenda. Completes competitive intelligence analysis and provides M&A support/orchestration for US opportunities.

Schedule

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, and Scarborough, ME.

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Manage the team driving strategy development at ADUSA to further activate the US growth ambition and global Growing Together strategy. Establish & support the US' top strategic priorities and the programs within them. Supports communicating priorities across ADUSA to foster engagement from the total company on the organization's strategic agenda. Completes competitive intelligence analysis and provides M&A support/orchestration for US opportunities.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, and Scarborough, ME.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Leadership

Leads strategic development for large programs for the organization (manages the team working on these programs while owning some programs of their own). Leads the day-to-day US strategic planning cycle and orchestrates the annual planning process (interfacing with Global).

Support

Supports US strategic narrative and works with communications to bring it to life. Supports the content, planning and execution of key events including executive forums, US town halls, annual US leadership meetings, etc. Supports connections between Global & US strategy teams. Supports US materials for the Executive Committee, Management Board, and Supervisory Board. Supports US M&A and works day-to-day with Global stakeholders as needed on M&A efforts.

Strategy

Works with the VP of Strategy and Consumer Insights to set US-level strategic priorities, targets, and metrics in partnership with executive leadership. Utilizes competitive and innovation materials to help drive the longer-term US Strategy evolution. Partners directly with Consumer Insights to embed the customer into strategy development. Brings information to senior leaders regarding market trends, insights and competitive intelligence.

Projects

Executes on special projects at the request of the CEO.

• Works with the VP of Strategy and Consumer Insights to set US-level strategic priorities, targets, and metrics in partnership with executive leadership.
• Leads strategic development for large programs for the organization (manages the team working on these programs while owning some programs of their own).
• Leads the day-to-day US strategic planning cycle and orchestrates the annual planning process (interfacing with Global).
• Partners directly with Consumer Insights to embed the customer into strategy development.
• Supports US strategic narrative and works with communications to bring it to life.
• Supports the content, planning and execution of key events including executive forums, US town halls, annual US leadership meetings, etc.
• Supports connections between Global & US strategy teams.
• Supports US materials for the Executive Committee, Management Board, and Supervisory Board.
• Brings information to senior leaders regarding market trends, insights and competitive intelligence.
• Utilizes competitive and innovation materials to help drive the longer-term US Strategy evolution.
• Supports US M&A and works day-to-day with Global stakeholders as needed on M&A efforts.
• Executes on special projects at the request of the CEO.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; MBA preferred. Minimum of 7 years of experience directly in strategy development, global initiatives, and program development; management consulting experience a plus. Experience managing an organization (multiple direct reports with teams of their own) delivering a wide range of high-quality deliverables. Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic plans that deliver business results.

Initiative

Ability to manage and provide direction to multiple project-based initiatives at any given time. Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.

Skills

Ability to develop compelling, executive level storylines in PowerPoint. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful insights. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels. Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience directly in strategy development, global initiatives, and program development; management consulting experience a plus.
• Experience managing an organization (multiple direct reports with teams of their own) delivering a wide range of high-quality deliverables.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic plans that deliver business results.
• Ability to develop compelling, executive level storylines in PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful insights.
• Ability to manage and provide direction to multiple project-based initiatives at any given time.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $139,120 - $208,680

IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $160,000 - $240,000

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

About Ahold Delhaize USA

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

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Working at Ahold Delhaize USA

At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.

Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.

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