Director Strategy

Position Overview The primary responsibility of this role is leading initiatives that drive company growth and profitability. The majority of these initiatives align with our strategic goals (i.e., Burlington 2.0). In this highly visible position you will have accountability for project delivery, team management, and significant interaction with senior company executives. You will regularly be posed with complex business questions and will develop an approach, analytical plan, and recommendation that will be presented to senior leadership to guide tangible decisions. To lead that work, you will manage the project, design and execute the analytical plan, and communicate a cohesive and concise story. You will leverage learnings from past work experience, internal network, internal systems, and external data sources. Recommendations will include practical solutions that improve Burlington’s off‑price execution. This role requires exceptional problem‑solving skills, strong analytical capabilities, and great communication skills (written, through presentations, and spoken). You will often be the most senior representative of Strategy in meetings, and must navigate the Burlington culture and tailor communications appropriately. You will build your team’s capabilities and must lead developmentally with previous team leadership experience. A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in partnering broadly across the organization are essential. A Day In The Life Investigate opportunities using a hypothesis‑driven approach; assist the team with focused problem definition and scoping. Guide the team in structuring analyses using internal data and external benchmarks. Identify growth and profit improvement opportunities by providing insightful analysis. Develop sharp storylines for the team, calling out key insights from complex analyses. Develop business cases modeling ROI to secure financial approvals, as needed. Identify key external factors and internal performance drivers that link back to strategic initiatives. Facilitate workshops with key stakeholders to generate executive buy‑in. Manage cross‑functional teams from different pyramids in the organization. Develop and nurture trusted‑partner relationships throughout the organization. Motivate operational partners to implement recommendations. Manage, mentor and develop junior team members. Education MBA or MS from a top‑tier educational institution is highly preferred. Experience 3‑5 years of experience at Bain, BCG, McKinsey, Strategy& or a similar top‑tier strategy consulting firm; typical profile is Sr. Engagement Manager. Experience in the Retail sector preferred, but not required. Skills and Abilities Structured & logical thinking – able to structure problems in a hypothesis‑driven approach and explain strategic implications. Analytical rigor – guide the team in structuring quantitative analysis using large, often incomplete data sets, providing practical assumptions to overcome data gaps. Storytelling and communication – develop communication outlines that effectively highlight the analysis, leading to actionable recommendations. Team mentorship – demonstrated track record of building and developing teams to improve overall performance and build future leaders. Passion for Retail – people‑friendly mindset who enjoys working with frontline associates, merchants, and corporate executives; seeks to put customer needs first. We offer competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance. Full‑time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. The company provides a variety of training and development opportunities to help associates grow. Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and communities every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Min‑Mid $150,000.00 - $190,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Burlington Stores, Inc.