Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the
Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.
IT Strategy Manager will leverage extensive expertise in both business and technology to empower IT leaders, enhance competitiveness, and unlock value for our organization, driving profitable growth. As a technology domain expert, you will bring a wealth of experience in crafting technology-driven business strategies. Your leadership skills are complemented by an abundance of energy, resilience, and a passion for collaboration with senior executives. You thrive on continuous learning and are energized by new challenges. Your ability to dissect complex issues into manageable components will be key in developing analyses that lead to actionable recommendations. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is your natural talent for appreciating diverse perspectives and fostering team excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and disseminate a comprehensive strategy for the IT organization, ensuring alignment and engagement throughout the company.
- Identify and prioritize value creation opportunities through detailed assessments and analyses of the current technology landscape.
- Build business cases for IT strategic initiatives that incorporate innovative technology solutions into broader business transformations. Develop operating models and business cases that leverage disruptive technologies.
- Lead the creation of thought leadership assets that offer innovative insights, guidance, and recommendations on market-relevant technology strategies.
- Build strong, lasting relationships with Corporate Strategy teams, IT leadership, fostering collaboration and acting as a trusted partner and advisor.
- Support technology business management team by understanding how to architect and position proposals and statements of work (SOWs).
- Facilitate results-driven discussions and gain consensus for action, addressing challenging client conversations and engaging senior stakeholders to drive meaningful outcomes.
Qualifications:
- 8 or more years' relevant experience required.
- Deep understanding of building Technology Strategy
- Excellent presentation skills with the ability to conduct presentations comfortably to large groups.
- Experience with executive leadership communications and reporting.
- Understanding of project (waterfall, hybrid) and product (Agile, Scrum) development lifecycle.
- Self-starter with a drive to succeed, continuously improve, and embrace change.
- Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong communication and demonstrated influencing skills at all levels of an organization.
- Understanding of benefits realization, particularly the connection between identifying and measuring project and portfolio benefits and company-wide strategic goals.
- Hands on experience in tools like JIRA, Aha! Microsoft Project, Miro, Smartsheet, MS Excel and Powerpoint
- Business Strategy, Portfolio, Project, Change Management, or Agile certification(s) a plus (PPMC, PMP, CSM, PROSCI, etc.)
Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, unlimited paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- … and much more.
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Primary Location : Portland, Oregon, United States
Job : Corporate
