Business Strategy Planning Director
Full-time
Elevance Health
Business Strategy Planning Director Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. The Business Strategy Planning Director will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership within the Health Benefits Operations organization. This role will help drive enterprise-level planning, executive communications, performance management, and operational coordination across a broad and highly visible portfolio. Will bring strong executive presence, sound business judgment, and the ability to synthesize data, operational priorities, and strategic messaging into clear, polished deliverables for senior audiences. How you will make an impact: • Strategy Development: Support the development, refinement, and execution of strategy for the Health Benefits Operations organization, helping translate priorities into actionable plans and leadership-ready materials.
• Annual Business Planning: Lead and coordinate planning cycles, including capital readiness activities, business planning deliverables, and cross-functional inputs needed to support senior leadership decision-making.
• Performance Management: Oversee operational performance routines, support monthly performance reviews, monitor key metrics, and orchestrate get-to-green planning in partnership with VP owners.
• Executive Communications: Develop high-quality presentations, memos, briefing materials, meeting content, and roadshow materials for senior leadership, including content tied to future initiatives such as 2027 priorities.
• Operational Coordination: Support executive-level planning and coordination, including leadership engagements, travel agendas, operating rhythms, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions.
• Office of the COO Partnership: Serve as a central partner to the Office of the COO, ensuring alignment across leadership priorities, governance routines, communications, and operational execution.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with a companion director role focused on culture, communications, and talent strategy to ensure cohesive execution across strategy, people, planning, and engagement priorities.
• Understands all aspects of the business and partners with executive leadership to define strategy and successful criteria for the future.
• Translates strategy into defined tactics, programs/projects priorities, and timelines and ensures alignment and attainment of enterprises strategic plans to turn strategy into reality.
• Documents strategic priorities such as external environment and reports on customer insight research initiatives.
• Builds and leverages relationships to provide innovative solutions to complex business problems.
• Proposes opportunities to improve results based on continuous needs assessment.
• Responsible for the development implementation and monitoring of line of business planning and project activities. Minimum Requirements: Requires a BA/BS degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years of related experience including prior leadership experience and 3 years of strategic planning; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: • Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives or operating in a highly visible strategy, business planning, operations, or Chief of Staff-style capacity is strongly preferred.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and influence across functions without direct authority is preferred.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex data, operational performance insights, and strategic priorities into clear, compelling narratives and deliverables is preferred.
• Experience managing business planning cycles, performance routines, governance forums is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, stakeholders, and timelines is preferred.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with ambiguity, visibility, and evolving leadership priorities is preferred.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and attention to detail is preferred.
• Master's degree preferred. Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
• Annual Business Planning: Lead and coordinate planning cycles, including capital readiness activities, business planning deliverables, and cross-functional inputs needed to support senior leadership decision-making.
• Performance Management: Oversee operational performance routines, support monthly performance reviews, monitor key metrics, and orchestrate get-to-green planning in partnership with VP owners.
• Executive Communications: Develop high-quality presentations, memos, briefing materials, meeting content, and roadshow materials for senior leadership, including content tied to future initiatives such as 2027 priorities.
• Operational Coordination: Support executive-level planning and coordination, including leadership engagements, travel agendas, operating rhythms, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions.
• Office of the COO Partnership: Serve as a central partner to the Office of the COO, ensuring alignment across leadership priorities, governance routines, communications, and operational execution.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with a companion director role focused on culture, communications, and talent strategy to ensure cohesive execution across strategy, people, planning, and engagement priorities.
• Understands all aspects of the business and partners with executive leadership to define strategy and successful criteria for the future.
• Translates strategy into defined tactics, programs/projects priorities, and timelines and ensures alignment and attainment of enterprises strategic plans to turn strategy into reality.
• Documents strategic priorities such as external environment and reports on customer insight research initiatives.
• Builds and leverages relationships to provide innovative solutions to complex business problems.
• Proposes opportunities to improve results based on continuous needs assessment.
• Responsible for the development implementation and monitoring of line of business planning and project activities. Minimum Requirements: Requires a BA/BS degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years of related experience including prior leadership experience and 3 years of strategic planning; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: • Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives or operating in a highly visible strategy, business planning, operations, or Chief of Staff-style capacity is strongly preferred.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and influence across functions without direct authority is preferred.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex data, operational performance insights, and strategic priorities into clear, compelling narratives and deliverables is preferred.
• Experience managing business planning cycles, performance routines, governance forums is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, stakeholders, and timelines is preferred.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with ambiguity, visibility, and evolving leadership priorities is preferred.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and attention to detail is preferred.
• Master's degree preferred. Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact View email address on aplitrak.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Business Strategy Planning Director in Atlanta, GA vacancy
- ...Program Manager – Inventory Planning & Replenishment (IP&R) Location: Atlanta, GA Work... ..., multi-workstream programs involving business and technology teams . This is not... ...and Supply Chain Planning programs from strategy and initiation through implementation, stabilization...SuggestedFull time
Umanist Staffing LLC
Atlanta, GA5 days ago $187.27k - $318.36k
...intelligence directly influence product strategy, roadmap prioritization, commercialization... ...product requirements. Develop business cases for new capabilities, enhancements... ...Lead partner advisory forums and strategic planning discussions. Serve as executive sponsor...SuggestedFull timeFIS Management Services LLC
Atlanta, GA3 days ago- ...Position Purpose: The Tax Director is responsible for leading a... ...advisor to Tax leadership and business partners in support of the Tax... ...directs and oversees tax planning, research, audit defense, appeals... ...to develop and execute tax strategies that support business objectives...SuggestedNight shift
The Home Depot
Atlanta, GA4 days ago $180k - $250k
...provide a wide range of investment strategies and vehicles to our clients... ...Invesco.### **The Role:**The Director, Strategy & Execution is the... ...in‐chief for the ETF & Index business—aligning a long-term vision... ...into executable operating plans across regions and functions....SuggestedFull timePart timeWork experience placementWork at officeFlexible hoursInvesco Real Estate
Atlanta, GA4 days ago- ...Overview CRH is building a world class Strategy function to support its strong portfolio of operating businesses, advancing the company’s understanding of what... ...priorities Support the annual-wide strategic planning process, including regional business strategy...SuggestedWork at officeLocal areaWork from home
Oldcastle Payroll, Inc
Atlanta, GA3 days ago - ...platforms, and deep ecosystem relationships. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of... ..., or AI-powered platforms to solve real business problems - for clients or within your own... ...long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and...Live inWork at officeLocal area
Accenture
Atlanta, GA21 hours ago - Job Description Job Description Description: Position Description Nike is seeking an applied research and innovation specialist with a strong foundation in sport science and experience working in elite high-performance environments to consult in the newly created...Contract workImmediate start
UNITED STATES SOCCER FEDERATION 1
Atlanta, GA18 days ago - ...period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far... ...and collaborative leader to serve as the Director of Performance Nutrition. As a senior leader... ...and coach education, body composition strategy, recovery fueling, and performance dining...Full timeCasual workAfternoon shift
UNITED STATES SOCCER FEDERATION 1
Atlanta, GA18 days ago - ...productivity, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a proven track record in innovation, and the willingness to travel frequently. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr...Remote work
Safe-Guard Products International, LLC
Atlanta, GA2 days ago $110k - $120k
...healthcare partners served Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare Plan ?-?Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of... ...Development of Account Planning process that incorporates customer value strategy and execution along with tracking of measurable outcomes Bi-...Full timeTemporary workLocal areaWorldwideOwens & Minor
Atlanta, GA5 days ago- ...Honeywell Technologies is seeking a Sr. Director, Product Management & Strategy – Building Automation (Healthcare) to lead growth, portfolio strategy... ...healthcare facilities and life sciences. The role unifies business development with product leadership, guiding NPD/NPI...
- ...Overview CRH is building a world class Strategy function to support its strong portfolio of operating businesses, advancing the company’s understanding of what... ...priorities Support the annual-wide strategic planning process, including regional business strategy...Work at officeLocal areaWork from home
CRH
Atlanta, GA29 days ago - ...day). Purpose The Director, Strategic Alliances is a critical... ...Partnership strategy and growth Own strategic technology... ...lifecycle, from first outreach and business case development through... ...Participation in variable compensation plan ~ Fifteen days of PTO plus...Remote work
Centegix
Atlanta, GA18 days ago $101.2k - $126.4k
...Job Description Job Description Job Title : Director, Strategy Team : Insights & Strategy Planning Location : Hybrid in Chicago (IL) strongly preferred... ...executive leaders, ensuring alignment with our business model and program model. Example projects might...Hourly payFull timeTemporary workWork at officeImmediate startRemote workVisa sponsorshipWork visaMonday to Friday2 days per week3 days per weekBraven
Atlanta, GA16 days ago$120k - $150k
...Job Description Job Description Director, Medicaid Quality Improvement & Strategy | Lead Data-Driven Healthcare Transformation Are you a strategic... ...fulfilling our opportunity to add value to our client's business as their staffing partner, while working tirelessly...TRC Talent Solutions
Atlanta, GA3 days ago- ...expand revenue across designated accounts. You will collaborate with the account team to identify opportunities and implement strategic plans that maximize account potential. The role requires 8+ years of sales experience, 2+ years of people leadership, a Bachelor's degree,...
Pinnacle Promotions
Atlanta, GA4 days ago - Proactive Global is seeking a Relationship & Customer Success Manager within the Warehouse Automation sector. The role focuses on building long-term client relationships and guiding recruitment solutions delivery across automation, robotics, and logistics staffing. You...
Proactive Technical Services
Atlanta, GA4 days ago $111.3k - $139.1k
...Job Title : Director, Transformation and Strategy Team : Office of the Chief Executive Officer Location... ...programs, articulate and assess the business case for initiatives, analyze data... ...Create and own project plans across program initiatives — timelines...Full timeWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startRemote workVisa sponsorshipWork visaMonday to Friday2 days per week3 days per weekBRAVEN
Atlanta, GA3 days ago- ...shaping digital capabilities aligned with business needs and global standards. Drive... ...execute comprehensive change management strategies including stakeholder alignment, communications... ...: Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual...Full timeTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaRemote workVisa sponsorshipWork visaFlexible hours
WTW
Atlanta, GA4 days ago - ...leads North American Technology Portfolio Strategy and Execution efforts, serving as an... ...and strategic partner to technology and business leadership in executing the multi-year technology... ..., inclusive of documentation, scenario planning, and transparent organizational...Temporary workShift work
Randstad North America
Atlanta, GA3 days ago - ...Executive Director of Performance, Analytics & AI About the Company International... ...babies help women & families start small businesses deliver emergency aid to survivors of... ...of data science and fundraising strategy. The ideal candidate will have a proven...
- ...designers, and developers to apply technology innovations and improve business results. You will mentor teams, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure customer feedback is integrated into the product strategy. Role requires deep management experience, a university degree,...
- ...tools to ignite scalable and sustainable business growth. Safe-Guard’s success is driven... ...-Guard products. Implement action plans for increased sales of Safe-Guard products... ...partners and work closely to develop win/win strategies to improve productivity. Job...Contract workRemote work
Safe-Guard Products International LLC
Atlanta, GA10 days ago - ...growth for Shopify-based brands. You will proactively identify opportunities, develop optimization strategies, execute experiments, and translate data into actionable business decisions. **Key Responsibilities:** **CRO & Conversion Ownership** * Conduct comprehensive...
My Amazon Guy
Atlanta, GA25 days ago - ...website performance, run experiments, and use data to drive measurable revenue growth for Shopify-based brands. This role requires someone who can work independently, prioritize high-impact initiatives, and connect website improvements to measurable business results....
My Amazon Guy
Atlanta, GA17 days ago $130.46k - $154.8k
...of forecasting, analyzing, and evaluating financial plans and budgets for the assigned business unit or corporation. Develop, consolidate, and prepare... ...forecast that aligns to the organization’s goals and strategies. Drive business decisions through strategic financial...Relocation packageCummins Inc.
Atlanta, GA2 days ago- ...coordinate company's financial planning and analysis activities in... ...to meet company's business requirements. #LI-HYBRID... ...as key business impacts and strategies. ● Integrate financial and... ...requested for quarterly board of directors meetings, and SEC filings....Work experience placementWork at office
Veritiv Corporation
Atlanta, GA17 days ago - ...Delivery Manager – Strategic Supplier Program will serve as a strategic partner to the Program Director, providing executive-level bandwidth to define and execute delivery strategies for a large-scale supplier program. This is a high-impact assignment focused on driving...
Vailexa
Atlanta, GA10 days ago $79.78k - $106.37k
...Job Title: Strategic Sales Director Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia... ...of medium and large-sized business customers within the... ...Maintain a personal sales plan focused on new business acquisition... ...efforts with regional and product strategies. Support DHL’s compliance...Work at officeLocal areaDHL Global Forwarding
Atlanta, GA1 day ago$143k - $195k
...Employee US Summary The Director, Strategic Supply Chain... ...well as understanding of future business. Detailed Description Maintains... ...and implement a supply chain strategy that provides the lowest TCOO... ...requirements and growth plans. Advices the supply chain...Contract workTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWorldwideShift workCelestica
Atlanta, GA1 day ago
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Business Strategy Planning Director. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- business manager Atlanta, GA
- associate business manager Atlanta, GA
- director enterprise architecture Atlanta, GA
- manager business intelligence Atlanta, GA
- business strategy manager Atlanta, GA
- manager enterprise sales Atlanta, GA
- customer business manager Atlanta, GA
- business planning manager Atlanta, GA
- information technology business manager Atlanta, GA
- director of enterprise application services Atlanta, GA