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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director Strategy, Operations & Transformation - **Company:** Automatic Data Processing, Inc. - **Location:** Roseland, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $123,400.0 - $303,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Data Systems, Automated Data Processing (ADP), Information Technology, Data Analytics, Marketplace, GPT - **Published:** September 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dcb7cb91a6d06a10 ## About the Role * 6-8+ years of progressive experience in strategy, operations, transformation, or related fields within technology-driven organizations. * At least 3-5 years of management consulting experience (MBB, Big Four, or equivalent strategy boutique), or significant experience in a corporate strategy or internal strategy function within a large, complex organization. * Demonstrated success leading and influencing others in large-scale, cross-functional strategic programs and driving enterprise-wide transformation. * Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams, setting priorities, and delivering measurable business outcomes. * Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure ambiguity, synthesize complex data, and generate insights-driven recommendations. * Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities, with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across executive, technical, and operational teams. * Significant senior leadership exposure, including preparing executive-level materials, presenting strategic recommendations, and facilitating decision-making forums. * Deep expertise in operational excellence, governance frameworks, and data-driven performance management. * Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences. * Strong business acumen with an understanding of the intersection between strategy, operations, and technology. * Bachelor's degree in a business or technology-related field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems); MBA strongly preferred * Preference for candidate with knowledge and prior experience with cloud, AI tools, and use in transformation / operations, and the technology vendor ecosystem ## Description The SOT group works closely with GPT Executive Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Finance, Product, Engineering, Data Solutions, Innovation Labs, Ventures, and Marketplace teams to: * Define GPT's multi-year strategic ambition and annual priorities * Lead GPT-wide strategic initiatives and transformation programs * Improve operational clarity, efficiency, transparency, and execution discipline * Prepare and manage updates for the Executive Committee (XCOM) and ADP Board of Directors * Partner to drive and help orchestrate the annual GPT Product Planning process and cycle * Craft and shape key executive leadership presentations and updates and communicate the GPT vision and story * Enable data-driven decision-making through insights, KPIs, analytics, and performance frameworks * Build governance systems, operating rhythms, and execution mechanisms that scale across GPT * Support the enhancement of existing products and the pursuit of new growth through innovation, partnerships, and ventures activity * Partner with colleagues across GPT and overall ADP to generate insights and improve cross-functional collaboration Every member of the Strategy, Operations and Transformation group plays a pivotal role in helping GPT and ADP simplify, accelerate, and lead What You'll Do: responsibilities The Director is a strategic operator within GPT's SOT group, responsible for supporting GPT's long-term strategy, leading key workstreams, and driving operational improvements. This role works cross-functionally to analyze complex challenges, develop actionable insights, and deliver programs that enhance efficiency, alignment, and execution quality. Strategy and Analysis * Support development and execution of GPT's multi-year strategy and annual priorities. * Conduct market, competitive, and internal performance research and analysis. * Develop executive-ready insights, narratives, and presentations. * Contribute to shaping GPT's future-of-work vision and strategic direction. Transformation Delivery * Lead workstreams within GPT-wide strategic initiatives and transformation programs. * Manage project scopes, milestones, KPIs, and delivery plans. * Identify operational challenges and propose structured solutions. * Facilitate cross-functional alignment and ensure successful implementation. Operational Excellence * Improve operating rhythms, reporting, and decision-making processes. * Build dashboards, KPIs, scorecards, and operational insights for leadership. * Identify inefficiencies and recommend workflow and process improvements. * Strengthen coordination across Product, Technology, Data Solutions, Ventures, Innovation Labs, and Marketplace teams. 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