Director Global Retail Strategy - Now Hiring

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

 

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For:

The Director of Global Retail Strategy will work closely with key senior management, business unit leaders and regional and functional leadership to identify the best ways to define, extend and accelerate Zebra retail strategies using product and GTM execution, M&A, Ventures and strategic partnerships, as well as being an internal and external spokesperson for Zebra. The Global Retail Strategist will also work with and support Corporate Development and Zebra Ventures through M&A and Ventures processes Retail driven opportunities. 

This role requires a minimum of 3-days per week in our or Lincolnshire, IL or Holtsville, NY (Long Island) office, 2 days remote (US).

Responsibilities

• Manages the overarching strategic framework for Zebra retail engagement with customers

• Leads global strategy development, ongoing strategy evolution, and operational alignment. 

• Collaborates closely with senior leaders throughout the company to identify key Retail strategies that are most extensible using product development, GTM activities, partnerships, M&A and Ventures. For select, prioritized Retail growth priorities, act as the strategic development partner to the relevant business unit(s), which includes:

  • articulating key market needs that Zebra can plausibly address, and then a compelling vision for executing those strategies using all build, buy and partnership options

  • articulating the specific strategies and go-to-market processes required to achieve them; presenting opportunities to senior leadership

• Drives Zebra’s internal and external communities for all things retail.

• Acts as Zebra’s thought leader, evangelist, and company spokesperson both internally but also in the press, at conferences, and with customers directly.

• Leads by example, models Zebra’s core values, delivers results and builds strong relationships with Zebra’s Senior Management.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

• Minimum 15+ years of related experience, ideally within retail with 3-5 of those years in Corporate Strategy/Development or major business consulting firm experience preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Retail and/or technology (software/hardware) experience preferred

• Experience leading and guiding advisory boards

• Cross-functional leadership and collaboration

• Executive level communication and presentation

• Strong negotiation skills with ability to influence at all levels, including C-level

• MBA preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com.

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Pay Range:

$177,920.00 - $266,880.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 25% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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