Director, Strategic Initiatives (Americas)

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Get to know Okta<br><br></strong></span>Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth.<br><br>At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. <br><br>Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.</p></div><div class="p-rich_text_section"> <p>As the <strong>Director of Strategic Initiatives (Americas)</strong>, you will serve as a critical strategic advisor, execution partner, and force multiplier for the <strong>SVP, GM Americas</strong>.<br><br><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Operationalize Global Strategy/Initiatives within the Region (The "Last Mile").</strong></li> <ul> <li>Ensure that global strategic priorities initiatives are successfully implemented within the region, owning last-mile delivery and adoption.</li> <li>Drive the adoption of global programs by customizing rollout plans to fit regional market nuances without diluting the core strategy.</li> </ul> <li><strong>Drive GM-Level Strategic Initiatives</strong></li> <ul> <li>Regional Strategy Ownership: Own and run specific high-impact initiatives defined by the General Manager, ensuring they directly support Regional Growth goals.</li> <li>Strategic Guardrails: Act as a strategic filter to ensure all GM-level initiatives are strictly aligned with the broader Global Strategy; proactively identify and realign any programs that drift from top-down objectives.</li> <li>Performance Measurement: Define success metrics for strategic programs, monitor progress, and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership to pivot or accelerate as needed.</li> <li>Risk Management: Proactively identify potential risks and roadblocks to program success and develop mitigation plans.</li> </ul> <li><strong>Change Management:</strong> Develop and implement change management plans to ensure the successful adoption of new processes and strategies across the GTM organisation. </li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Alignment</strong>: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and other functions both locally and with global functions to ensure alignment and seamless execution of GTM initiatives.</li> <li><strong>Communication</strong>: Serve as a central point of communication, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior leadership on program status, progress, and outcomes</li> <li>Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and performance across teams</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience: 10+ years of experience in Program Management, Strategy Operations, or Management Consulting, preferably within a B2B SaaS or Technology environment.</li> <li>GTM Fluency: Deep understanding of Go-To-Market motions (Sales, Partner, CS) and how to drive growth in a complex matrixed organization.</li> <li>Strategic Execution: Proven ability to take a high-level concept and break it down into a rigorous execution plan with clear owners and timelines.</li> <li>Influence without Authority: Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders (VP/GM level) without direct reporting lines.</li> <li>Analytical Mindset: Comfortable using data to diagnose problems and measure the success of strategic initiatives.</li> </ul> </div> <div class="p-rich_text_section"> </div> <div class="p-rich_text_section">Okta’s Top 5 Core Leadership Competencies are part of the deeply ingrained principles that guide all of our company’s actions. They also align strongly to our cultural cornerstones, our Okta ... (truncated, view full listing at source)