Chief of Staff

Tredence is a leading Data Science, AI, and Analytics solutions company focused on solving the last-mile problem in analytics. We partner with Fortune 500 organizations across Retail, CPG, Healthcare, Financial Services, Telecom, and Technology sectors to drive measurable business outcomes through data-driven decision making. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Chief of Staff to serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to senior leadership. This individual will play a critical role in driving strategic initiatives, operational excellence, organizational effectiveness, and cross-functional execution across the business. Role Overview The Chief of Staff will act as an extension of executive leadership, helping translate strategic priorities into actionable plans while ensuring organizational alignment, accountability, and execution excellence. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen, strategic thinking, operational rigor, program management expertise, and exceptional stakeholder management capabilities. This role requires someone who can navigate ambiguity, influence without authority, and drive measurable impact across multiple functions. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Executive Partnership Partner closely with senior leadership to define, prioritize, and execute key business objectives. Drive strategic initiatives from conception through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Support executive decision-making through analysis, recommendations, and structured problem-solving. Prepare executive presentations, business reviews, leadership communications, and board-level materials. Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to leadership on strategic and operational priorities. Business Operations & Organizational Effectiveness Establish and manage operating cadences including annual planning, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), OKRs, leadership meetings, and executive governance forums. Drive cross-functional alignment and accountability across multiple departments and business units. Review, design, and optimize organizational structures, operating models, and business processes. Identify organizational capability gaps and partner with leaders to implement scalable solutions. Monitor execution of strategic priorities and proactively remove roadblocks. Lead and oversee high-impact enterprise initiatives across Analytics, Delivery, Sales, Solutions, and Corporate Functions. Create governance frameworks, tracking mechanisms, and performance dashboards for strategic programs. Ensure timely delivery of initiatives through effective stakeholder engagement and program management. Coordinate with leadership teams to manage interdependencies, risks, budgets, and resource allocation. Analytics & Business Performance Partner with Analytics and Business leaders to build operational dashboards and KPI frameworks. Develop innovative approaches for monitoring business performance and organizational effectiveness. Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities, risks, and areas for improvement. Drive adoption of tools, reporting mechanisms, and automation initiatives that improve visibility and execution. Stay informed on industry trends, particularly within Retail, Consumer Goods, Data Analytics, AI, and Digital Transformation. Conduct market and competitive analysis to support strategic planning and growth initiatives. Synthesize external insights into actionable recommendations for leadership teams. Support strategic business development efforts through research and executive briefing materials. Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management Serve as a liaison between executives, leadership teams, and key stakeholders. Facilitate communication, alignment, and collaboration across functions. Manage and coordinate leadership meetings, executive offsites, planning sessions, and strategic workshops. Foster strong relationships throughout the organization to improve responsiveness, transparency, and execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Analytics, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in Chief of Staff, Strategy & Operations, Management Consulting, Business Operations, Program Management, or related leadership roles. Proven experience supporting senior executives and driving strategic initiatives. Experience leading complex cross-functional programs in a fast-paced environment. Strong executive presence and exceptional stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications MBA or advanced degree preferred. Prior experience in Management Consulting, Strategy & Operations, or Chief of Staff roles. Experience within Analytics, AI, Data Science, Retail, CPG, Healthcare, or Technology industries. Strong understanding of KPI frameworks, OKRs, portfolio governance, and business performance management. Experience with executive reporting, planning cycles, and organizational transformation initiatives. Financial planning, budgeting, and business case development experience. Proficiency with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms. Experience working in high-growth, matrixed, or global organizations. Success Metrics In this role, you will be expected to: Accelerate execution of strategic business priorities. Improve organizational alignment and operational efficiency. Drive measurable outcomes across key growth and transformation initiatives. Enhance executive decision-making through structured insights and business analysis. Establish scalable governance, planning, and operating rhythms. Strengthen cross-functional collaboration and accountability. Why Join Tredence? Partner directly with senior executives and business leaders. Influence strategy and execution at an enterprise level. Work at the forefront of AI, Analytics, and Digital Transformation. Drive meaningful business outcomes for global clients and internal stakeholders. Be part of a high-growth, innovation-focused organization committed to excellence. Tredence is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr