Manager, Strategy (Hybrid)

Drive alignment across stakeholders by coordinating workstreams, setting pace and expectations, and removing barriers to execution—not just tracking progress, but actively pushing teams toward outcomes . This is an opportunity to operate as an internal consultant and drive tangible impact—leading high-visibility initiatives across merchandising, planning & allocations, store operations, and marketing.

Overview:

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.

Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us. Apply today!

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in New York, New York. Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule is three days a week; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 

 

Make your mark on the next chapter of Foot Locker! Foot Locker is looking for a Manager, Strategy to join the North America Strategy team. The team serves as a thought partner and execution engine for senior leadership, working on the highest-priority, cross-functional challenges facing the business. This is an opportunity to operate as an internal consultant and drive tangible impact—leading high-visibility initiatives across merchandising, planning & allocations, store operations, and marketing.  

 

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of an iconic brand—combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a standalone business with the resources and operational rigor of a best-in-class retail operator. The Strategy team sits at the center of this transformation, partnering with senior leadership to define priorities and drive execution on the most critical initiatives facing the business.

 

NYC Office Address: 

1 Pennsylvania Plaza 

New York, NY 10119 

 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization). 

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support high-impact, cross-functional strategic initiatives from problem definition through execution, partnering closely with functional leaders across the organization 
• Develop structured hypotheses, conduct rigorous analyses, and synthesize insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership 
• Partner with teams such as Merchandising, Planning & Allocation, Store Operations, and Marketing to solve complex business problems and drive measurable outcomes 
• Build business cases and implementation roadmaps to enable decision-making and ensure initiatives translate into real impact 
• Drive alignment across stakeholders by coordinating workstreams, setting pace and expectations, and removing barriers to execution—not just tracking progress, but actively pushing teams toward outcomes 

Example projects could include: 

• Supporting functional teams in identifying areas of opportunity and developing execution plans 
• Building solutions to help teams operate more efficiently and effectively 
• Advancing key enterprise initiatives and strategic priorities 
• Partnering with leadership on critical internal initiatives 

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of experience in strategy consulting or in internal strategy within retail or CPG preferred
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial concepts; ability to translate analysis into strategic insight and action 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and structured thinking; able to independently frame ambiguous problems and drive them forward 
• Proven ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis and synthesize market, customer, and operational insights 
• Strong project leadership skills with the ability to lead multiple workstreams in parallel and drive execution through influence 
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, including experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders 
• Highly proactive, intellectually curious, and willing to roll up sleeves to drive outcomes 
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and low ego 
• Passion for sneakers and sports is a plus

 

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do.  To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments.  To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

 

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Benefits:

The annual base salary range is $100000 - $140000.  This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.   

Foot Locker Benefits:  

• Employee Discount  
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Parental Leave   
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage  
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)  
• Life Insurance  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Opportunities for Advancement  
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses  
• Strong Company Culture  
• Employee Resource Groups