Associate Manager, DEWALT, North America - Strategic Operations — Towson, MD

Associate Manager, DEWALT, North America – Strategic Operations

Towson, MD / Remote

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The Job:

As an Associate Manager, DEWALT, North America – Strategic Operations, you’ll be part of the Tools & Outdoor Commercial DEWALT team supporting strategic and operational priorities across the North America business. Reporting to the Director, DEWALT, North America, you will help drive cross-functional initiatives, support business planning processes, improve operational execution, and contribute to strategic projects that advance DEWALT’s growth objectives. This position is based in our Tools & Outdoor headquarters in Towson, Maryland, with remote locations considered.

You’ll get to:

• Support strategic operations that advance DEWALT North America business priorities and growth objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across Channel, Product, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, and Marketing to help drive alignment and execution on key initiatives.
• Assist in annual and long-range business planning processes by helping translate business priorities into actionable plans and tracking mechanisms.
• Help identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and team effectiveness across the organization with a particular focus on Commercialization of Innovation.
• Support operating rhythm activities, including business reviews, performance tracking, leadership updates, and cross-functional meetings.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and performance trackers to monitor progress against strategic and operational goals.
• Analyze business performance, market trends, and internal data to identify insights, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate and support cross-functional projects from planning through execution, helping ensure milestones and deliverables are completed on time.
• Prepare presentations, summaries, and recommendations to support leadership decision-making and team alignment.
• Track action items, follow-ups, and deliverables across key initiatives to help ensure strong execution and accountability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remove barriers, solve problems, and support successful implementation of business priorities.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational discipline.
• Leverage technology and tools, including artificial intelligence to streamline workflows and drive improved effectiveness.

The Person:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Operations, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic operations, business operations, sales operations, project management, commercial strategy, or related roles within consumer durables, tools, or similar industries.
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and working in a matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop practical recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Solid project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build strong working relationships.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to work.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
• Results-oriented mindset with a desire to improve processes and drive execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with reporting or business intelligence tools is a plus.

The Details:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

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• This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
• The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.

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