Senior Director, Head of Marketing Operations

Roseland, NJ

$132K/yr – $246K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own strategic partnership with the CMO to drive a global marketing transformation, turning complex concepts into concise, compelling stories for executive and cross-functional audiences.

  • Executive storytelling and governance: board updates, XCOM alignment, and high-impact presentations.
  • Strategic problem solving and transformation: consulting-style synthesis, structured analyses, and proactive issue resolution.
  • Cross-functional leadership: ensure accountability, prioritization, and smooth orchestration across marketing and senior leaders.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Act as a strategic thought partner to the CMO, supporting decision-making, prioritization, and execution of key initiatives
  • Lead a global marketing transformation in partnership with the CMO
  • Serve as an extension of the CMO in day-to-day operations, maintaining alignment across marketing, executive leadership (XCOM), and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Lead the development of high-impact executive presentations (e.g., board updates, town halls, XCOM meetings), ensuring compelling storytelling and visual excellence
  • Translate complex business concepts into clear, persuasive, and creative narratives
  • Drive preparation and orchestration of meetings, including agendas, briefing materials, and follow-ups
  • Identify and solve problems proactively, anticipating needs in a dynamic and fast-moving environment
  • Partner closely with marketing leadership to track progress against strategic objectives and ensure accountability
  • Lead or support special projects, strategic analyses, and transformation initiatives as needed
  • Bring a consulting-style approach to structured problem solving, synthesis, and communication
  • Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information
  • High expectation of sound judgment, EQ, and the ability to operate within nuance and standard operating procedures

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 8-10 years of experience in consulting (e.g., Bain, BCG, McKinsey) and/or top-tier corporate strategy, marketing, or chief of staff roles
  • Proven experience supporting senior executives or C-level leaders
  • Exceptional intellectual horsepower – highly analytical, structured thinker with strong business acumen
  • Creative excellence – ability to produce best-in-class presentations combining strategy, storytelling, and visual design
  • Executive presence – confidence and maturity to operate alongside senior leadership
  • Relentless work ethic – thrives in a high-demand environment with extended hours and shifting priorities
  • Resilience and grit – demonstrates determination, adaptability, and stamina under pressure
  • Communication mastery – outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Bias for action – self-starter who anticipates needs and executes with urgency
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Collaborative and influential – able to build trust across all levels of the organization

Preferred

  • Advanced degree preferred

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Matched Retirement Savings
  • Wellness Program
  • Short-and Long-Term Disability
  • Charitable Contribution Match
  • Holidays
  • Personal Days & Vacation
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • and more
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Founded in 2015
Roseland, New Jersey, USA
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