Strategy Manager

Location: Chicago, United States Workplace: remote What You'll Do Proposal & RFP Leadership: lead RFI/RFP development for opportunities, owning the narrative, structure, and strategic rationale. Growth & Client Strategy Partnership: serve as a key strategic resource for Growth and designated accounts, developing proactive recommendations that support client objectives, retention, and new business growth. Industry Research & Thought Leadership: conduct comprehensive industry, audience, category, and market research to inform strategic decisions, internal POVs, capabilities decks, and client-facing materials. Operational Contribution: help improve strategy workflows, reusable materials, templates, and AI-enabled processes that enhance Strategy and Planning team efficiency. Presentation & Stakeholder Support: develop and present strategic recommendations for client pitches, QBRs, and priority requests in partnership with Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services. ‍ What You Bring 3–5 years of experience in media, advertising, strategy, planning, programmatic, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to  lead RFP/RFI development and manage strategic projects with minimal oversight. Strong understanding of digital media, programmatic advertising, audience strategy, and omnichannel campaign planning. Excellent research, analytical, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into compelling strategic narratives. Proficiency in PowerPoint and/or Google Slides, with a high standard for quality and presentation design. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services. Strong fluency with AI tools as part of the strategy workflow, with curiosity around light vibe coding, custom assistants, automation-building, and low-code/no-code tools as a plus. What You Get Competitive salary that values your expertise. ‍ Work from anywhere: fully remote to suit your lifestyle. ‍ Unlimited PTO that we actually encourage you to use — for adventures, recovery, or just because. Growth-focused environment : access to learning resources and clear pathways for growth. Fun team events: from virtual pasta-making to yoga sessions, we make remote feel close. A culture of trust: we cut the red tape — open talk, ownership, and getting things done together. Results over rules, always. Health insurance and ClassPass coverage: supporting your well-being both inside and outside of work. Hiring Flow Screening Interview (45 minutes): initial conversation with a recruiter. Test Assignment (3 days): complete a task to showcase your skills. Team Interview (up to 45 minutes): a meeting with your potential Team Lead to assess team fit and discuss role-specific responsibilities, expectations and workflows. ‍ Final Interview (Up to 30 minutes): meet with the Head of Strategy and future colleagues for an in-depth discussion of your experience and skills. ‍ Offer: if successful, you’ll receive an offer to join our team.