Director of Strategy

Job Description

Job Description

Finding the right place to grow your career isn't (over) easy, so we're here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you'll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the "way things have always been done." Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you're into our values, our brand, or our egg-cellent puns, we hope you'll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms, we're proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We're committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Your Role:

You like to make things happen and work with fun, super smart and, most importantly, off the charts caring people who give a sh*t about what we do, how we do it and the impact we have. You were in mathletes in high school, aced your SAT, or are just simply killing in the hard knocks of life.  Perhaps your previous jobs have been described as a professional problem solver and a team player….the kind that actually gets things done, and has fun along the way.  Sounds like you? Then we are pretty sure we have your dream job. 

At Vital Farms, we are hiring a Director of Strategy to take on tough problems, work with the awesome crew we have across the company to do so (see *description* above), and make stuff happen.  Note: If you just like making pretty PowerPoint / slide deck pages, and don't like bringing them to life then read no further. 

What You'll Do:

• Assess internal and external risk and opportunities; bring facts, analysis, and judgement together to identify opportunities, risks, make recommendations, and drive business decisions 
• Collaborate with the Strategy team and leaders across the organization on our Strategic Plan (the process and bringing it to life)
• Scope and plan projects (i.e., ensure clarity at the start, set goals, goals and objectives, identify key milestones, create a high-level project plan, identify risks, and set metrics)
• Lead projects that will drive performance (financial, operational) for stakeholders (e.g., lead cross functional teams, drive change via change management best practices, and track delivery of milestones and key metrics)
• Conduct end-to-end problem solving (i.e., structure the approach, identify key stakeholders, conduct relevant analysis (qual and quant), develop the "story", provide recommendations that drive decisions and action)
• Analyze and synthesize data to develop clear recommendations
• Leverage agentic AI to reach more robust answers, faster
• Create clear and compelling communications for internal and external audiences – including using inverse pyramid communication
• Be a thought partner to the Chief Strategy Officer, crew and other leaders across Vital Farms
• Collaborate with leaders across functions to assess opportunities and bring decisions to life
• Drive change and continuously improve the Ways of Working at Vital Farms to operate effectively  

What You Bring to the Table:

• BA/BS degree required. MBA or relevant Masters preferred .
• 7+ years total experience in Strategy / related work .
• Prior experience at a top tier Strategy Consulting firm, in house strategy team or comparable (e.g., FP&A, Corp Dev, banking); strong preference for a combination of consulting and in house experience.
• Experience leading and developing others preferable (this could include leading a project team, peers, or leading leaders)
• Ability to travel 10-20% for company meetings, team offsites, employee onboarding trips and other business needs
• You excel operating with an "AND" approach
  • you speak your mind and listen actively
  • you excel in ambiguous situations and add a little order to chaos
  • you can structure a problem and solve the problem
  • you are great at conceptual and analytical problem solving (that drive to decisions and actions)
  • you balance the strategic and tactical
  • you have a bias for action (i.e., you ask "how can we?" vs. "can we?") and look before you leap
  • you run hard and inspire others to go along (i.e., a change agent – with strong change management skills)
  • You can prioritize and work in an agile environment
• You are highly analytic; you can quickly and effectively go from data analysis to synthesis to recommendations.
• You have agentic AI experience/acumen.
• You like to test (and scale quickly) new approaches and are continuously looking to improve things
• You have a team player mindset (because 1+1 can equal 3) and experience leading cross functional teams (across all levels) to do seemingly impossible things
• You have executive presence, killer communication (written and verbal) – including inverse pyramid communications
• You have stellar meeting management skills
• Powerpoint and excel mastery is a must!
• You're no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else's boots – You seek to understand other's viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• You don't walk on eggshells – You're not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven't yet considered!

What We Bring to the Table:

• A fast-paced, energetic, remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few).
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1.
• Free eggs (yes, really!), along with friends and family discounts.
• Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.

At Vital Farms, compensation decisions are dependent upon a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to, skill level, experience, education, training, market demands, and business needs. A reasonable estimate of the current starting annual base salary for this position is $190,000 - $200,000 . Please keep in mind that hiring at the maximum end of the range would not be typical in order to allow for potential continued future salary growth.

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Who We Are:

Vital Farms, a Certified B Corporation, offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin, Texas, in 2007, Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 350 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms' products, including shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs, are sold in over 24,000 stores nationwide.

Vital Farms' ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming practices. In addition, as a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation, Vital Farms prioritizes the long-term benefits of each of its stakeholders, including farmers and suppliers, customers and consumers, communities and the environment, crew members, and stockholders. In short, we exist to improve the lives of people, animals, and our planet through food.  

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table, we're committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected, they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation, belonging, and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Ready to Join Us?

Together, we're cultivating an environment where every Crew member can thrive, grow, and know they're part of something bigger - improving lives through ethical food.

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you! Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply - you might be exactly what we need!

Next Steps:

Shortly after you complete your application, you'll receive a follow-up email elaborating on any potential next steps in our process. If you don't immediately receive said follow-up email, we would highly encourage you to check your spam filter!

In order to fulfill Vital Farms mission to "bring ethically produced food to the table," we seek to build teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Staying Safe During Your Job Search

At Vital Farms, we care deeply about the people interested in joining our Crew. That includes helping protect candidates from fraudulent recruiting activity and creating a hiring experience that is safe, respectful, and transparent.

Unfortunately, job scams are becoming increasingly common. We encourage all applicants to stay vigilant throughout the hiring process and verify opportunities directly through our official careers page.

Vital Farms recruiters will only contact candidates through official company channels, including email addresses ending in @vitalfarms.com. We will never ask for payment, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or personal banking information during the hiring process. We also do not extend job offers without a formal interview process.

If you receive suspicious communication claiming to represent Vital Farms, we encourage you to avoid engaging and report it to us at View email address on us.fitly.work.

We are committed to treating every candidate with fairness and respect and to creating a hiring experience worthy of your trust.

Notification to Agencies:

**Vital Farms is not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Vital Farms, please submit an application directly.

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Please Note: This position is designated as remote within the United States; however, we are currently unable to employ individuals residing in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, West Virginia and Wyoming