Strategy and Planning Manager - Mission, United States - Swing Education
Description
ABOUT SWING:
Founded in 2015 by former K-12 educators and administrators, Swing Education is one of the leading platforms assisting school districts in sourcing dependable, highly qualified substitute teachers.
In the face of a nationwide teacher shortage, Swing believes that every classroom should have a teacher, and every student deserves uninterrupted learning.
By establishing a marketplace that facilitates seamless connections between substitute teachers and schools, Swing aims to streamline the pathway for K-12 schools and districts to access reliable, top-tier substitute teachers when they're needed most.
At Swing, we champion a fundamental belief: for our schools and students to thrive, our team must reflect the rich diversity of the thousands of students and educators we are privileged to serve.
This belief is deeply ingrained in our organizational identity, embodying Living DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) as one of Swing's Four Core Values.
We committed to creating a work culture that embraces inclusivity and belonging for every member of our present and future team.
To learn more about Swing Education, and our Core Values please clickhere
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POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Strategy and Planning Manager you will play a key role in enabling Swing to achieve its objectives.
You will bring to the company a strong strategic thinking and analytical skill-set along with an ability to build trusted relationships across the organization.
This role involves managing critical tasks such as OKR updates, board meeting preparation, financial analysis, and leading important cross-functional initiatives to drive the company's growth and impact.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Define and lead strategic cross-functional projects to improve key areas of the business, driving execution to meet company goals.
Develop and maintain financial models to analyze the impact of initiatives, measure company unit economics, and forecast future growth
Facilitate the design and execution of annual and quarterly planning processes, ensuring strategic alignment and clarity across all departments.
Improve and manage the OKR tracking system, including collection, aggregation of updates, and facilitation of review meetings to ensure strategic alignment.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong background in strategy and planning, with minimum of 3 years of experience in management consulting, business operations, or corporate strategy preferred.
Highly organized with solid project management and interpersonal skills along with demonstrated ability to manage and execute complex projects
Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, with a strong understanding of Excel/Google Sheets and P&L management
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting to senior leaders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate high-level objectives into actionable plans
Preferred:
intermediate SQL experience (or a willingness to learn)
COMPENSATION:
Salary is commensurate on experience and is adjusted for cost of living standards dependent on position location.
Swing Education offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following perks:
Medical/dental/vision benefits
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Stock options
Professional development reimbursement program
Co-working membership reimbursement
Mission-driven work
Fun, collaborative, balanced culture
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Swing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Swing is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.