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Senior level director of strategic initiatives jobs place experienced leaders in charge of defining organizational priorities, owning high-stakes outcomes, and guiding the cross-functional teams that turn strategy into results. Roles are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Manufacturing, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like AMETEK, Dexcom, and Henkel hiring at this level now.
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Madison, WI, US, 53711
Reporting to the Global Marketing Director, the Strategic Growth Initiatives Lead is responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives for CAMECA through strategic partnerships, market research, and new market development related to CAMECA’s portfolio.
The role contributes to defining and executing CAMECA’s business development and market expansion strategy, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives, technology roadmaps, and commercial priorities.
This position supports executive decision-making by structuring strategic options, building robust analyses, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
Responsibilities:
The Strategic Growth Initiatives Lead will:
- Strategic Planning & Growth Initiatives
- Lead annual strategic planning exercise for CAMECA BU
- Contribute to the definition and evolution of CAMECA’s long-term strategic roadmap for APT, SIMS and ECR Sources.
- Structure and assess strategic growth opportunities (organic, partnerships).
- Build, maintain, and regularly update a structured pipeline of M&A opportunities aligned with CAMECA’s strategic roadmap.
- Develop clear strategic analyses, scenarios, and recommendations to support leadership decisions.
- Strategic Partnerships
- Create and pre-screen long list of possible M&A targets
- Identify, assess, and develop strategic partnerships with key customers, opinion leaders, and technology partners.
- Structure and manage partnerships including partnerships (joint developments, technology access, co innovation) in close alignment with Product, R&D, Legal, and Sales.
- Define partnership value propositions, governance principles, and joint development roadmaps.
- Act as a key interface with partners to ensure alignment and long-term value creation.
- Market & Business Development
- Monitor market trends, emerging applications, and competitive dynamics in APT, ECR and SIMS-related markets.
- Conduct competitor analyses and market sizing activities
- Identify new market opportunities and contribute to market entry or expansion strategies.
- Translate market intelligence into strategic input for product and commercial roadmaps.
- Strategic Projects & Cross‑functional Leadership
- Lead or support transversal strategic initiatives involving Marketing, Product Management, Sales, Service, Finance, and R&D.
- Ensure consistency between strategic intent, product positioning, and go‑to‑market execution.
- Facilitate alignment across functions through structured analyses and clear communication.
Requirements:
- Education & experience:
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Strategy, or equivalent.
- Solid experience in strategy, strategic marketing, or business development in a high‑tech, industrial, or scientific environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross‑functional initiatives with autonomy.
- International exposure and experience in multicultural, matrix organizations.
- Professionnal knowledge & abilities:
- Strategic and market analysis
- Business case development and evaluation
- Partnership assessment and framing
- Market analysis
- Strong strategic thinking and synthesis abilities
- Excellent stakeholder communication
- Ability to influence without formal authority
- Structured, pragmatic, and result oriented
- High level of autonomy and accountability
Business Unit:
- CAMECA is a world leading supplier of microanalytical and metrology instrumentation for research and process control. Our instruments measure elemental and isotopic composition in materials down to atomic resolution and equip government and university labs as well as high-tech industrial companies around the world.
- Learn how we address challenging characterization needs in diverse markets: semiconductor, nanotechnology and novel materials, nuclear science, energy, biology, environment, mining, geology.
- CAMECA is also at the forefront of ion and electron source technology with TES - Polygon Physics, the most compact ECR source in the world. Discover ECR source applications.
Compensation
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Madison, WI, US, 53711
Reporting to the Global Marketing Director, the Strategic Growth Initiatives Lead is responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives for CAMECA through strategic partnerships, market research, and new market development related to CAMECA’s portfolio.
The role contributes to defining and executing CAMECA’s business development and market expansion strategy, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives, technology roadmaps, and commercial priorities.
This position supports executive decision-making by structuring strategic options, building robust analyses, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
Responsibilities:
The Strategic Growth Initiatives Lead will:
- Strategic Planning & Growth Initiatives
- Lead annual strategic planning exercise for CAMECA BU
- Contribute to the definition and evolution of CAMECA’s long-term strategic roadmap for APT, SIMS and ECR Sources.
- Structure and assess strategic growth opportunities (organic, partnerships).
- Build, maintain, and regularly update a structured pipeline of M&A opportunities aligned with CAMECA’s strategic roadmap.
- Develop clear strategic analyses, scenarios, and recommendations to support leadership decisions.
- Strategic Partnerships
- Create and pre-screen long list of possible M&A targets
- Identify, assess, and develop strategic partnerships with key customers, opinion leaders, and technology partners.
- Structure and manage partnerships including partnerships (joint developments, technology access, co innovation) in close alignment with Product, R&D, Legal, and Sales.
- Define partnership value propositions, governance principles, and joint development roadmaps.
- Act as a key interface with partners to ensure alignment and long-term value creation.
- Market & Business Development
- Monitor market trends, emerging applications, and competitive dynamics in APT, ECR and SIMS-related markets.
- Conduct competitor analyses and market sizing activities
- Identify new market opportunities and contribute to market entry or expansion strategies.
- Translate market intelligence into strategic input for product and commercial roadmaps.
- Strategic Projects & Cross‑functional Leadership
- Lead or support transversal strategic initiatives involving Marketing, Product Management, Sales, Service, Finance, and R&D.
- Ensure consistency between strategic intent, product positioning, and go‑to‑market execution.
- Facilitate alignment across functions through structured analyses and clear communication.
Requirements:
- Education & experience:
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Strategy, or equivalent.
- Solid experience in strategy, strategic marketing, or business development in a high‑tech, industrial, or scientific environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross‑functional initiatives with autonomy.
- International exposure and experience in multicultural, matrix organizations.
- Professionnal knowledge & abilities:
- Strategic and market analysis
- Business case development and evaluation
- Partnership assessment and framing
- Market analysis
- Strong strategic thinking and synthesis abilities
- Excellent stakeholder communication
- Ability to influence without formal authority
- Structured, pragmatic, and result oriented
- High level of autonomy and accountability
Business Unit:
- CAMECA is a world leading supplier of microanalytical and metrology instrumentation for research and process control. Our instruments measure elemental and isotopic composition in materials down to atomic resolution and equip government and university labs as well as high-tech industrial companies around the world.
- Learn how we address challenging characterization needs in diverse markets: semiconductor, nanotechnology and novel materials, nuclear science, energy, biology, environment, mining, geology.
- CAMECA is also at the forefront of ion and electron source technology with TES - Polygon Physics, the most compact ECR source in the world. Discover ECR source applications.
Compensation
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Senior Level Director Of Strategic Initiatives Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level director of strategic initiatives job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led enterprise-wide initiatives from conception through execution, not just contributed to them. A strong candidacy shows a portfolio of strategic programs you owned, measurable business outcomes you drove, and evidence that you have influenced executive decision-making. Cross-functional leadership experience and the ability to align competing stakeholder priorities are the differentiators that move candidates past the screening stage.
Which companies hire senior level director of strategic initiativess?
Companies hiring senior level director of strategic initiativess right now include AMETEK, Dexcom, and Henkel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, management consulting firms, and high-growth organizations that are actively building or restructuring their strategic planning functions.
Are there remote senior level director of strategic initiatives jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 33% of senior level director of strategic initiatives openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the strategic and advisory nature of these roles, which often do not require daily on-site presence. Fully remote positions are more common at companies with distributed leadership teams or those in technology-adjacent sectors.
What makes a director of strategic initiatives role senior level?
Senior level director of strategic initiatives roles are defined by full ownership of strategic programs rather than project execution within a defined scope. Expectations include setting the direction for major initiatives, managing ambiguity at the organizational level, influencing senior leadership and board-level stakeholders, and mentoring junior strategy professionals. The scope is typically enterprise-wide, and success is measured against business outcomes rather than activity metrics.
Which industries hire the most senior level director of strategic initiativess?
Senior Level director of strategic initiatives roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they operate in complex, fast-moving environments where dedicated strategic leadership is needed to align long-term priorities with operational realities.