Strategy Manager Jobs in California

Strategy Manager jobs in California are among the most actively posted in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, healthcare, and financial services, with demand at every level from associate strategy analyst through senior director. The largest hiring markets are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where established employers like Apple, Disney, and Kaiser Permanente maintain deep strategy teams. Corporate strategy, go-to-market planning, and operational strategy are the specialties that appear most consistently in California postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles592+
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring82
Work type43% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Uber
Manager, Acquisition Strategy & Operations
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Uber
New 22h ago
Manager, Acquisition Strategy & Operations
Uber
San Francisco, California
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$162k - $180k/yr
10,000+

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TikTok
Merchant Growth Strategy Operations Manager
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TikTok
New 23h ago
Merchant Growth Strategy Operations Manager
TikTok
Los Angeles, California
Business Operations
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$116k - $198k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Salesforce
Senior Analyst/ Manager, Marketing Planning and Strategy
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Senior Analyst/ Manager, Marketing Planning and Strategy
Salesforce
San Francisco, California
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
$94k - $194k/yr
Hybrid
Salesforce Certification
10,000+

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Rippling
Account Manager- Strategic Accounts (Growth & Retention)
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Account Manager- Strategic Accounts (Growth & Retention)
Rippling
San Francisco, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
51-200

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Visa
GTM Strategy Manager, Visa Direct - Commercial Banks
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Visa
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GTM Strategy Manager, Visa Direct - Commercial Banks
Visa
San Francisco, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$149k - $239k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Strategy Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
86 jobs
Sunnyvale
22 jobs
Foster City
13 jobs

Strategy Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • TikTok
    TikTok51
  • Intuit
    Intuit23
  • Google
    Google20
  • Amazon Web Services
    Amazon Web Services17
  • DoorDash
    DoorDash15

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software73
  • Banking & Financial Services14
  • Electronics & Hardware8
  • Retail6
  • Automotive5

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in strategy manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field required
  • Three or more years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or business development
  • Demonstrated ability to build financial models and synthesize data into executive-level recommendations
  • Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders without direct authority
  • Strong communication skills with a history of presenting to senior leadership or C-suite
  • Proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and business intelligence platforms like Tableau or Looker

Strategy Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a strategy manager in California?

Strategy manager roles in California do not require a state-issued license, so entry is credential-driven rather than regulatory. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a quantitative field, and many California technology and entertainment companies give preference to candidates with an MBA from an accredited program. Prior experience in management consulting, investment banking, or a high-growth California startup accelerates hiring significantly.

Which companies hire strategy managers in California?

Employers hiring strategy managers in California right now include TikTok, Intuit, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, major healthcare systems, and media conglomerates means strategy manager demand is unusually broad across industries compared with most other states.

Which California cities have the most strategy manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose account for the largest share of strategy manager openings in California. San Francisco draws postings from technology and venture-backed companies, Los Angeles from entertainment, media, and aerospace firms, and San Diego from biotech and defense contractors, which together explain why the distribution clusters around those three metros rather than spreading evenly across the state.

Are there remote strategy manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 66% of strategy manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how heavily the work centers on analysis, presentations, and virtual stakeholder meetings. The parts of the role most likely to stay fully remote are competitive research, financial modeling, and deck preparation, while roles that require regular executive face time tend to require at least a hybrid schedule.

How can I get hired as a strategy manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a business analyst or associate rotational program at a large California employer. Companies like Google, Kaiser Permanente, and Wells Fargo run structured associate programs that move analysts through strategy, operations, and finance rotations. Candidates coming from consulting, investment banking, or a California MBA program with a strong internship are competitive for associate strategy roles that lead directly into the manager track.

Where can I find and apply to strategy manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to strategy manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your background and target industry, and apply directly to each posting.

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