Strategy Manager North America
North America
NYC based
Hybrid
The nature of global challenges demands transformation of the economy rather than incremental change to business-as-usual approaches; transformation which is necessary at unprecedented scale and pace to deliver national and collective commitments notably with regards to material security, supply chain health, climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our Circular Technology team to support this economic transformation
As the Strategy Manager for Circular Technology, you will serve as the primary architect for the North America Circular Technology Mission. You will transition from high-level advisory to operational execution, working in a high-velocity partnership with the Director to orchestrate a network of Fortune 500 tech leaders. This is a 'builder' role designed for a strategic consultant who wants to move beyond the slide deck and drive systemic, industry-wide transformation.
Main responsibilities
Joint Strategy Support: Assist in drafting and refining long-term strategies and KPIs for the tech sector and, in particular, critical minerals.
Knowledge Synthesis: Maintain internal subject matter expertise by preparing briefs and technical summaries for the broader North America and Critical Minerals mission areas.
Performance Tracking: Manage the operational systems used to track success against KPIs and monitor evolving regulations to keep the team informed of necessary strategic pivots.
Network Support: Rather than managing a specific member program, you will support the orchestration of all technology company programs within the Network.
Relationship Coordination: Join the Director in high-level member meetings to capture insights and ensure follow-up actions are executed to advance circular ambitions.
Collaborative Scouting: Support the identification and initial outreach to potential new network members and infrastructure partners (recyclers, policymakers, etc.) based on the Critical Minerals Mission.
Project Stewardship: Provide the support for key initiatives like the Circular Tech Advisory Board and Circular Electronics Collaborative, ensuring they move from design to execution.
Research Execution: Act as the lead researcher under the Director’s guidance, performing desk research and stakeholder engagement to build the foundation for major reports and publications.
Content Development: Support the Director in system architecture—designing the logic and flow of thought leadership pieces that ensure the Foundation stays ahead of the industry.
Representation Support: Assist in preparing materials for public forums and occasionally represent the Foundation alongside or on behalf of the Director.
Your profile
- At least 5 years of experience in program management, consulting, or sustainability, with a strong background in collaborative project delivery.
- Proven ability to work in a support-and-execute capacity, managing the details
- A foundational understanding of circular principles.
- Experience of planning and executing research that feeds directly into strategic outputs.
- Knowledge of sustainable materials, design for reuse/recycling, circular electronics, and supply chain dynamics
- Must have the right to work in the USA without employer sponsorship.
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Desired starting date: May/June 2026
Application deadline: 2nd April 2026
Salary package: The salary range for this role is expected to be between $90,000- $110,000. Actual pay will be determined by considering factors such as relevant skills and experience.
Benefits:
Medical and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Travel Medical Insurance, outside US
401(k) Retirement Plan
Time Off
11 US national holidays plus 3 days between Christmas and New year.
20 days of vacation and 10 days paid Sick Time
Generous Paid Family Leave (where applicable)
Location: This position will be located in our New York (Manhattan) Office. Our NYC based employees come into the office a minimum of 3 days per week. We are unable to consider additional locales or other remote options for this role.
What we do
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation develops and promotes the idea of a circular economy. We work with, and inspire, business, academia, policymakers, and institutions to mobilize systems solutions at scale, globally. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy.
Our vision is a new economic system that delivers better outcomes for people and the environment. Business models, products, and materials are designed to increase use and reuse, replicating the balance of the natural world, where nothing becomes waste, and everything has value. A circular economy, increasingly built on renewable energy and materials, is distributed, diverse, and inclusive.
Our commitment to you
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, weight, height, status as a victim or domestic violence, arrest record or conviction record, immigration or citizenship status, employment status, credit history, caregiver status or any other characteristic protected by law.
It is important to us that our recruitment approach makes the opportunity as accessible as possible and ensures a diverse range of people are able to demonstrate their potential. We would be happy to provide any further support that you may require - please get in touch so that we can work together.
Employment at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation is contingent upon-successful completion of all lawful pre-employment checks, which may include background check.