Business Strategist

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The Business Strategist plays a pivotal role in advancing strategic initiatives across Ilitch Sports + Entertainment, which includes the Detroit Tigers (MLB), Detroit Red Wings (NHL), and Olympia Development Parking (ODMP). Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, this position partners with senior leadership and department heads to deliver high-impact projects and executive-level content to support organizational growth.

• Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Manage cross-functional projects, overseeing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful completion.
• Conduct rigorous data analysis and market research to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement, providing actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Support the implementation of technology‑driven projects, emphasizing change management and scalable solutions that drive enterprise growth and efficiency.
• Establish benchmarking processes to evaluate performance against industry standards and best practices, identifying opportunities for optimization.
• Create compelling executive-level presentations and reports, utilizing visual aids such as charts, graphs, tables, and infographics to communicate complex information clearly.
• Facilitate project status meetings, offsites, and key events to ensure alignment and progress across teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in management consulting, technology, investment banking, or related disciplines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams and senior leaders.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing business plans, conducting strategic assessments, and supporting technology and commercialization strategies.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, including organizing complex information and preparing visually engaging presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies to monitor timelines, track budgets, and coordinate deliverables.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude.

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Analyst and Strategy/Planning
• Industries:
  Entertainment Providers

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave

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