Vice President, Strategy San Francisco, CA - Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc

At Rothy’s, we know there’s a better way to do business, and it starts by putting the planet and its people first. More than 194 million single-use plastic bottles and 704,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic have been transformed into our signature thread, creating wardrobe staples that look just as good as they feel.

Striving for zero waste, we combine 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly to create machine washable styles that don’t compromise on comfort. From classic shoes to carry-everywhere bags, we create essentials for wherever you go.

At Rothy’s, building a sustainable future is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment at our HQ, retail stores and wholly-owned factory, and are growing our community every day.

About the Team:

The Vice President, Strategy is a thought leader and strategic executor in driving the company’s growth and success. This role is responsible for shaping and executing the overall business strategy and ensuring that data-driven insights are at the heart of all strategic decisions. The ideal candidate is a strategic visionary with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

The Vice President, Strategy partners closely with other leaders, making sure there is alignment across key priorities of the company. They must be highly effective at organizing and planning, and able to quickly adapt as needed all while communicating clearly about decisions made and fostering alignment and confidence from the team.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the executive team to define, develop, and implement the company’s overall strategic vision, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
• Create and execute company-wide strategy and planning including formalizing the company’s strategic-planning processes and analyzing the efficacy of existing strategies, including the maintenance of an ongoing long-range plan.
• Work closely with key stakeholders across departments (e.g., marketing, merchandising, operations, finance) to identify strategic opportunities and challenges, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Lead the executive team through discussions on strategy and help drive to decision making and alignment.
• Lead the preparation for quarterly Board of Directors meetings (e.g., board decks, committee materials, written investor updates, etc.).
• Design and maintain operational meetings and milestones for the business, including goal setting, annual planning, and more.
• Lead and develop teams, fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Identify and incubate new business opportunities, partnerships, and other growth strategies to drive revenue and profitability.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies, ensuring the company remains competitive and forward-thinking.

You are:

• A strategic leader with 15 or more years experience operating inside a consumer, retail, or services company. Additionally, investment banking, private equity or management consulting experience is a plus. MBA preferred.
• A skilled operator able to drive results through strategic development and process excellence to improve team performance. You have a roll-up-your-sleeves approach with strong executive presence and analytical rigor.
• Financially savvy, and focused on delivering performance that grows value for all stakeholders.
• A highly capable communicator who can convey complex ideas clearly and concisely. You can influence by leveraging data to tell compelling stories.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to handle multiple deadlines, projects, and stakeholders.
• Able to build and nurture collaborative relationships with a wide range of partners including other leaders, board members, and employees at all levels of the company. You have high emotional intelligence and an ease in engaging with team members and leaders alike.
• Flexible and can thrive in a dynamic environment. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and you can work with evolving systems and structures, demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing settings while managing multiple projects and competing priorities.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off.
• 401k matching.
• Comprehensive health plans for you and your family.
• Monthly wellness reimbursement.
• Employee Discount Program!

Pay range:

$250,000 - $325,000 annually.

Base pay is one part of the total rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.