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Senior Director, Strategic Enterprise Transformation

Chobani
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
200 Lafayette Street (Show on map)
May 15, 2025
Summary This role will support the Chief Transformation Officer to set the strategy and develop an integrated transformation roadmap in preparation for Chobani's next phase of profitable growth. S/he will be responsible for leading and executing key transformation projects, ranging from M&A, capital structure, growth expansion, digital / technology. The role will collaborate closely with cross-functional business leaders and external advisors / consultants to drive successful outcome and minimize risks of key initiatives. S/he will also own the project management office as we integrate all key transformation initiatives onto one roadmap to help the organization manage and pace the investments, allocate resources and manage change. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, thinks strategically with a bias for action, organized and yet can be agile. Responsibilities Develop business case for specific projects, including strategic assessment and financial analyses Lead and execute key transformation, in partnership with cross-functional teams and external advisors / consultants Develop strategic framework to evaluate and prioritize key transformation projects Own the Project Management Office (PMO) integrating all enterprise-level and key functional transformation initiatives Develop one single depositary of and track all key projects at Chobani Support / manage / influence large group of stakeholders Prepare and present executive-ready discussion materials Lead or conduct business due diligence Vendor negotiation Review business contracts and legal agreements Identify, develop, manage, coach talents, including those on her/his team and beyond Support and adjust to evolving priorities and her/his own work responsibilities Requirements Bachelor's degree required 15+ years of work experience in Transformation, Corporate Development, Strategic Finance; prior advisory experience in Investment Banking, Strategy Consulting and / or large-scale Transformation Consulting (e.g. digital, M&A) a plus Prior work experience at high-growth, fast paced, entrepreneurial Food & Beverage or Consumer Products companies a plus Highly organized with strong attention to details and excellent project management skills High level of comfort with financial analyses Ability to synthesize large amount of data and simplify into key messages Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor content and delivery for types of audience Agile / flexible and excellent at managing competing priorities and tight timelines in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and influence key partners; gets results through collaboration Growth mindset and ability to learn things, fast Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion Trust, high integrity, humility, use good judgement and always "do the right things" A leader and a follower About Us Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets. For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K match, short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. We are also proud to offer specialized benefits like health care navigation, mental health services, fertility assistance, and paid parental leave as well as 120 hours of PTO and 11 Holidays each year. Compensation Range:$203,000.00-$304,000.00, plus bonus.