Manager-Strategic Initiatives

Requisition ID: 927663 
Store #: A00106 Business Intelligence - UNY5AV 
Position: Full-Time 
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

With a unique global network of commercial subsidiaries and independent distributors across major markets, our customers are offered a strong portfolio of the most popular lens, frames, instruments and equipment brands that can serve every sector of the market. The Professional Solutions team works with our customers one-on-one, developing professional relationships based on trust and care.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.  Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Manager, Independent Channel Strategic Initiatives executes high-impact commercial and transformation priorities across the U.S. Independent Channel. Partners with Channel Leadership, Sales, and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into action, driving growth, improving customer experience, and enhancing field effectiveness.

This role acts as a key integrator, supporting planning, tracking, and program delivery across the Independent Channel. The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, business acumen, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Program Execution

• Support execution of strategic initiatives that align to Professional Solutions and Commercial priorities
• Turn strategy into actionable project plans with defined timelines, owners, and success metrics
• Track 5-8 core program initiatives, proactively identifying risks and supporting mitigation plans
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Experience to support effective program rollout and field adoption
• Maintain stakeholder alignment, ensuring consistency in execution and communication

Commercial Enablement & Operations

• Develop and track channel business plans, identifying performance trends across customer segments and regions
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to monitor progress and impact
• Assist in preparation for business reviews, ensuring clear articulation of key insights, risks, and actions
• Coordinate cross-functional timelines, dependencies, and deliverables
• Partner with Finance and Planning to support forecasting and performance analysis for key initiatives

Cross-Functional Alignment & Change Management

• Align with Strategy, Sales Operations, and Customer Experience on Independent Channel initiatives with broader organizational priorities
• Support transformation efforts related to go-to-market strategy, sales enablement, and operational effectiveness
• Contribute to change management planning, including communication and adoption strategies for field teams
• Drive structure and clarity to cross-functional workstreams, ensuring momentum and accountability

Execution Governance & Ways of Working

• Coordinate project teams and workstreams, to ensure priorities and follow-through
• Foster collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement across stakeholders and functions
• Partner with and share best practices to peers across channels (KA, Med-Tech, Sport Channel, etc.) to drive consistency

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field
• 5–7 years’ in strategy, consulting, business operations or commercial roles
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, influence without authority, and work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Experience translating data into actionable insights
• Ability to operate autonomously and drive accountability cross-functionally

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in optical or consumer industries
• Background in strategic consulting or sales-driven environments
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives or transformation programs

Pay Range: 94,795.80  - 150,727.80 

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.