Vice President, Corporate Strategy

The role

Stanley Black & Decker is looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Vice President of Corporate Strategy who can help shape the company’s long-term direction and strengthen its ability to thrive in a competitive environment. Reporting to the Vice President, Enterprise Strategy and Business Development, this leader will help design, communicate, and carry out major strategic priorities across the business.

The Enterprise Strategy function works closely with senior leadership and focuses on three core areas:

Strategic projects and initiatives

Take ownership of high-priority strategic efforts directed by the Board of Directors or the Executive Committee. This includes major transformation programs as well as enterprise and business strategy work such as market entry, growth, and portfolio strategy.

Competitive strategy and intelligence

Work with Executive Committee members to define how the company competes and to translate that thinking into actions across business units. Monitor competitor moves and performance, and maintain ongoing competitive tracking.

Strategic planning

Shape the company’s planning cadence, including long-range planning, strategic planning, and strategy reviews with the Executive Committee and/or Board of Directors.

This role may be located in Charlotte, North Carolina; New Britain, Connecticut; or Towson, Maryland. Remote locations will also be considered.

Primary accountabilities

• Work directly with senior leaders to frame strategic questions, define the analysis approach, allocate resources, oversee execution, and present conclusions.
• Evaluate major growth opportunities and drive complex strategic problem solving.
• Ensure high-quality, error-free analysis by identifying the right data, directing the team’s workplan, and managing delivery.
• Build competitive intelligence capabilities that inform market positioning and strategy development.
• Perform financial and quantitative analysis to answer critical business questions.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively in both verbal and written formats at senior leadership levels.
• Lead the creation of major presentations for senior executives, Executive Committee members, and Board members.
• Develop concise, compelling, and polished PowerPoint presentations with strong attention to accuracy.
• Support the growth of junior team members and improve strategy-team processes.
• Coordinate daily work across cross-functional teams spanning brands, functions, and business units.

Candidate profile

The right candidate will be collaborative, team-oriented, and energized by innovation and bold ideas.

• Academic background in a quantitative field, with coursework in business, economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or strategy; an advanced degree or MBA is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in corporate strategy, strategic planning, and project management, including 4+ years at a top-tier management consulting firm.
• Leadership experience in a for-profit environment, ideally in a similar industry, with a proven record of building strong teams and improving productivity and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling abilities, along with experience in market analysis and business intelligence.
• Experience working with C-suite leaders on critical issues that affect business performance and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work to deadlines.
• Comfort with ambiguity, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making in a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team, celebrate shared success, and contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Comfortable operating both as an individual contributor and as a cross-functional team leader.

Compensation and benefits

This position offers a competitive annual salary in the range of $300,000 to $375,000. The final offer may depend on job level, location, relevant knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and applicable wage rules. Salary is only one part of the total rewards package.

The salary range shown applies to the primary location listed and may differ for other locations. The selected candidate may also be eligible for annual merit increases.

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness, disability, and retirement benefits, including a 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days, plus tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and access to other partner programs.

Growth and culture

• Grow: Join a global business with 20+ brands and many opportunities to build your career across multiple paths.
• Learn: Access extensive learning resources, including a digital learning portal.
• Belong: Be part of a workplace that values mutual respect and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Give back: Contribute through volunteer efforts, community support, and sustainable business practices.

Stanley Black & Decker is a global technology-driven company with more than 43,500 employees in 60 countries. The organization owns iconic brands such as STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS, and Black + Decker, and continues to invest in innovation, smart-factory capabilities, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

Founded in 1843, the company combines a long history with ongoing transformation and growth. Team members work in a highly collaborative environment and help create products and solutions that reach millions of customers worldwide.

Benefits and perks

You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness, disability, retirement benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. You will also have access to discounts on Stanley Black & Decker products and partner offers.

Learning and development

The company promotes continuous learning through resources such as Lean Academy and an online university that offers certificates and specializations from leading colleges and universities.

Diversity and inclusion

The workplace is built around respect for differences and a commitment to inclusion, with an emphasis on doing great work together in a supportive environment.

Purpose and community

The company supports local communities and broader social impact through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

EEO statement

All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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Who can apply

This role is intended for experienced senior strategy professionals with a strong background in corporate strategy, strategic planning, project leadership, and consulting. Applicants should be comfortable working with executive leadership and leading cross-functional initiatives in a large global organization.

Additional information

This is a full-time position. Remote work is available, and the role may also be based in Charlotte, North Carolina; New Britain, Connecticut; or Towson, Maryland.