Vice President, Strategy & Corporate Development (Project Management)

Title: Vice President, Strategy & Corporate Development  
Location: Herndon, Virginia 
Security Clearance: n/a

About KACE: 
When you make the decision to join KACE, you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nation's safety, security, and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employee…it's The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven, forward focused, open-minded, trustworthy and invested. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!

Job Summary:
Reporting to the CEO, the Vice-President of Strategy & Corporate Development is a key executive leadership role responsible for shaping and driving the strategic direction of the organization. This position focuses on identifying growth opportunities, fostering innovation, and overseeing business development initiatives to ensure long-term success. This individual collaborates closely with the CEO, Executive Team and KACE Owner to align strategies with corporate goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Working with the CEO, develop and implement the organization's overarching strategy to achieve business objectives. Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to identify growth opportunities. Oversee the execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and monitoring progress through KPIs.
• Business Development: Identify, evaluate, and pursue opportunities for new business, both organic and inorganic, to include mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. Lead due diligence processes and integration planning for acquisitions or strategic alliances. Drive revenue growth through innovative business models and market expansion strategies.
• Leadership and Oversight: Provide guidance to teams across departments such as operations, finance, technology and development. Mentor junior leaders and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Manage cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives.
• Customer Insights and Analytics: Leverage customer insights and data analytics to inform strategic decisions. Optimize product portfolios based on market feedback and performance metrics.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with key stakeholders, including customers. investors, partners, and clients. Represent the organization at industry events to enhance visibility and secure strategic opportunities.
• Financial Oversight: Conduct financial feasibility studies for new initiatives and ensure alignment with budgetary goals. Monitor ROI on strategic projects to ensure value creation for the organization.
• Monitoring Industry Trends: Stay informed about emerging industry trends, technologies, and competitive landscapes. Adapt strategies proactively to maintain a competitive edge in dynamic markets.  
• Key Areas of Focus: Strategic Planning Process: Developing and executing a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan that aligns with the company's mission and objectives. Market and Industry Analysis: Conducting thorough analyses of market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities. Organic Growth Strategies: Evaluating and recommending organic growth opportunities, such as new product development or market expansion. Inorganic Growth Strategies: Assisting in the evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Financial Modeling and Valuation: Performing financial modeling and valuation to inform investment decisions. Business Case Development: Developing strong business cases and presentations to support strategic recommendations. Risk Management: Ensuring that strategic initiatives are aligned with the company's risk management framework

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is required; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, strategy development and/or business development roles.
• Proven track record in driving organizational growth through innovative strategies.
• Expertise in organic and inorganic growth, mergers & acquisitions, market analysis and program management.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to inspire teams across functions.
• Exceptional analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
• Outstanding communication skills for engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking combined with operational execution expertise

Security Requirements:

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Residency requirement - 3 consecutive years in the last 5 years.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Standing for prolonged and extended periods of time.
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
• Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description.

For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany.com

KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@kacecompany.com.