Ruger Firearms

If you are a current Ruger employee, please click here to apply internally. Job Description: Note: No agency or third-party resumes will be accepted for this role. Position: Manager, Strategic Initiatives Location: Remote (USA) Reports to: Director, Strategic Initiatives Overview: The Manager, Strategic Initiatives plays a key role in driving high-impact strategic initiatives across the organization. This individual partners with senior leadership to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring successful execution through structured project management, cross-functional coordination, and data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives, from ideation through execution and post-implementation evaluation - Partner with executive stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, success metrics, and timelines - Translate strategic goals into detailed project plans, including milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements - Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, accountability, and timely delivery - Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies - Develop and deliver executive-level presentations, reports, and insights - Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support strategic decision-making - Facilitate workshops, stakeholder meetings, and strategic planning sessions - Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes and execution frameworks - Ensure initiatives are aligned with overall business strategy and organizational priorities Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related field - Minimum of 7 years of project management experience - Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional projects - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior executives - Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira) and data analysis tools (Excel, PowerPoint) - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment Preferred Qualifications: - Strategic thinking and business acumen - Project and program management expertise - Stakeholder influence and relationship management - Structured problem-solving - Adaptability and resilience - Familiarity with change management methodologies Key Skills: • Strategic planning and execution • Risk management • Budget and cost control • Stakeholder engagement • Decision-making under pressure • Negotiation and conflict resolution Work Environment: • Full-time role • Occasional travel may be required Why Join Ruger At Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., we are proud to be recognized as one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. Our legacy is built on quality, safety, and innovation.