Principal Business Planning & Execution Expert

The Head of Business Planning & Execution will serve as a trusted partner and advisor to the Chemistry Business Unit leadership team, setting strategic priorities, driving critical projects and initiatives to deliver on those priorities, and ensuring optimal business performance. This role will be responsible for aligning resources, removing roadblocks, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Key Responsibilities:Chemistry Leadership Team advisorAct as chief of staff to the Chemistry Leadership Team, providing strategic counsel and guidance on key decisions and initiativesCoordinate and prepare executive presentations (ex. deep dives, SLSLT, etc.)Plan impactful Chemistry Leadership Team meetings in advance, ensure LT meetings maximize value to the team, and actions are diligently completedFoster a culture of collaboration and alignment across different functional areas within the Chemistry Business UnitIdentify and resolve cross-functional conflicts or misalignments, promoting a seamless and integrated way of workingManage and coordinate communications for Chemistry, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment.Develop and manage significant cross-functional relationships. Key interdependent partnering relationships will exist with leadership in commercial, eBusiness, supply chain, CEO office, ACE, IT, Finance, Legal, and HRStrategic project ownershipDrive the successful execution of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and effective cross-functional collaboration Identify and mitigate potential risks, roadblocks, and challenges to project success; proactively develop and implement mitigation strategiesBusiness performance excellenceMonitor and analyze key performance indicators and competitive metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvementDevelop and implement robust reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into business performance across various functional areasCollaborate with cross-functional teams to assess performance gaps and develop action plans to course-correct and optimize business operationsWho You AreMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, or a related field; advanced degree preferredPreferred Qualifications:Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving complex initiatives to successful completionStrong business acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable plansExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organizationDemonstrated project management expertise, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively