Strategy Manager

As part of a cross-functional team, the Strategy Manager will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to analyze existing frameworks, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategic recommendations that support broader modernization efforts. This role requires strong analytical skills, structured problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to translate complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies.

Additionally, the Strategy Manager will oversee and lead a small team, ensuring alignment of responsibilities, providing guidance, and driving the successful execution of deliverables. They will be responsible for ensuring high-quality outputs while fostering collaboration and accountability within the team.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys tackling high-impact organizational challenges, and is eager to contribute to meaningful transformation across government or large enterprises.

This role offers the opportunity to shape strategic transformation within a complex organization, working on high-impact initiatives while collaborating with a diverse and mission-driven team. If you enjoy driving process improvement, optimizing governance models, and leading high-visibility initiatives, this role is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Strategy Manager: Based on experience.  

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Strategy Manager Responsibilities Include: 

• Lead organizational strategy and process improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Oversee and manage a small team, delegating tasks effectively and ensuring successful execution of deliverables.
• Assess and refine existing governance frameworks and decision-making structures, identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
• Develop frameworks to enhance decision-making processes, improving coordination, transparency, and execution across business units and stakeholders.
• Partner with senior leaders to optimize organizational structures, clarify decision rights, and streamline governance pathways for more effective operations.
• Support the alignment of operating model processes with governance structures, ensuring consistency in workflows and decision-making cadences.
• Develop strategic recommendations, executive-level reports, and presentations to effectively communicate progress, risks, and opportunities for enhancement.
• Facilitate collaborative working sessions, stakeholder engagements, and strategic discussions to drive alignment and refine implementation plans.
• Provide ongoing design and implementation support for governance and process improvements, incorporating lessons learned to ensure long-term success.
• Work across a multidisciplinary team, ensuring seamless integration of governance and strategy initiatives across various workstreams.

Strategy Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Policy, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in strategy, consulting, governance transformation, or organizational design within government, consulting, or large-scale corporate environments.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing workloads, and overseeing deliverable creation in a strategic or consulting capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to drive organizational transformation efforts, streamline decision-making frameworks, and develop operational strategies.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with experience in governance structures, operational processes, and business optimization.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate across leadership and operational teams.
• Ability to translate complex organizational challenges into clear, actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), project management tools, and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, JIRA, Confluence, MS Teams).
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent process improvement experience is preferred, but not required.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in government, consulting, or corporate transformation initiatives, focusing on governance and operational strategy.
• Familiarity with change management methodologies and best practices in governance and business process transformation.
• Ability to navigate fast-moving, ambiguous environments, balancing high-level strategic planning with tactical execution.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting (CNFC) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNFC, visit Cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords 

1. Strategic Planning
2. Organizational Change
3. Business Transformation
4. Leadership Alignment
5. Change Management

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