What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Transformation and Strategic Init position at EverDriven Technologies LLC?
EverDriven is a rapidly growing, tech-enabled transportation management company, serving some of the most vulnerable children in our community. We exist to ensure that children with special needs receive safe, efficient, and cost- effective transportation to and from school. Our proprietary, best-in-class, technology solutions enable school districts and parents to easily plan, track and adjust each student’s trips, to and from school, and gives the student access to the educational experience they deserve. Every Trip. Every Day. If you’re someone who thrives in a mission forward, fast-paced, technology and service driven environment, we would love to talk to you about a fulfilling career at EverDriven.
Location - Greenwood Village, CO
Hybrid work environment - 3 days in the office and 2 days at home
Position Summary:
The Director of Business Transformation and Strategic Initiatives will be responsible for leading the development and execution of high-impact strategic initiatives across the organization to transform the company and achieve our five year value creation plan. This role is critical in driving strategic change, enhancing organizational growth, and ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term goals. The Director will work closely with senior leadership to turn strategic visions into actionable and impactful business outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Execution:
- Partner with executive leadership to define, prioritize, and implement strategic initiatives that align with the company’s mission and business objectives.
- Develop actionable plans for the execution of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and timelines.
- Monitor and drive the successful execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring they deliver the expected business impact.
Business Case Development:
- Lead the development of robust business cases to support strategic initiatives, including financial modeling, risk assessment, and impact analysis.
- Provide recommendations on the feasibility and viability of proposed initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic priorities and financial goals.
- Secure executive approval and funding for key projects by presenting well-founded business cases.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Engage with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure support and alignment for strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights, identify opportunities, and drive collective action toward strategic goals.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, providing insights and guidance on key decisions.
Performance Measurement and Reporting:
- Establish metrics and KPIs to measure the success and impact of strategic initiatives.
- Analyze performance data to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and make informed adjustments as needed.
- Provide regular reports to the executive team, highlighting progress, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
Portfolio Management:
- Oversee the management of the project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic alignment and resource availability, and ensuring optimal allocation of resources across projects
- Develop and manage project budgets, analyze financial data to assess the financial viability of initiatives, and ensure projects deliver expected financial outcomes.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Develop and maintain effective communication channels to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, business development, or a related field
- Proven track record of building successful business cases and leading the execution of high-impact strategic initiatives
- Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills
- Proven track record of successfully leading and executing complex enterprise initiatives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on driving results
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders
- Proficiency in project management and strategic planning tools
Commitment to ESG:
Since 2006, EverDriven has remained committed to incorporating environmental, social and governance fundamentals into the framework of our internal and external culture. Today, ESG principles are part of the lifeblood of EverDriven and a driving influence that shapes not only our culture but all aspects of our day-to-day operations. We believe ESG principles enable us to more successfully achieve our mission to help every child have an equal opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
EverDriven is a mission-centered, action-oriented company that honors diversity and inclusion. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We strive to hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our cultural health stronger. In turn, our inclusive culture inspires our innovation and fosters a sense of belonging so we can continue to serve the most vulnerable populations with excellence.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity:
EverDriven is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.
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