Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy - Mobile

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy - Mobile!! 

Location: Austin, Texas (Preferred); open to other US HID sites

Job ID: 43692

HID seeks a senior leader to own the development and execution of an integrated, company‑wide strategy across businesses, product portfolios, platforms, channels, and services. The Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy & Execution is an individual‑contributor leader who drives outcomes through influence - aligning roadmaps, commercial models, data standards, and portfolio bets to deliver measurable growth and customer impact for the HID mobile portfolio.

This role partners tightly with business unit leaders, Product, Engineering, Sales, Finance, Legal, Analytics/IT, and MarCom to turn strategy into results. A core mandate is to use data - current and future - to guide decisions, shape what data HID collects, and present clear insights and recommendations to senior leadership. 

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. 

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.  

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

As our Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy - Mobile, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Developing and executing a multi-year enterprise strategy that integrates markets, products, platforms, channels, and services; translating corporate objectives into portfolio priorities and investment decisions; and leading scenario planning around regulatory, technological, and competitive shifts to inform roadmap sequencing. 
• Translating strategy into actionable execution plans with clear ownership, timelines, and milestones; establish and drive the enterprise operating rhythm (OKRs, QBRs, portfolio reviews); coordinating across Product, Engineering, Sales, Customer Success, and Partner teams to resolve dependencies; and maintaining dashboards tracking initiatives from intent through launch, adoption, revenue, and retention.
• Defining enterprise data standards and dashboards with Analytics/IT; driving instrumentation for advanced signals; building forecasting models to guide investments; and distilling complex data into executive-ready insights with clear recommendations.
• Driving partner ecosystem strategies (alliances, OEM/ISV/SI, channels) to maximize joint value and align enablement, certification, and launch plans for a unified “One HID” customer experience
• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, championing a data-driven culture and leveraging strong communication to drive alignment and organizational decision-making.
• Maintaining and updating multi-year strategy documentation; preparing executive presentations, scenario plans, and strategy reviews.
• Facilitating operating rhythms (standups, reviews, cross-functional check-ins) and tracking initiatives against OKRs and milestones.
• Ensuring data quality and dashboard accuracy; analyzing datasets to inform roadmap, pricing, packaging, and commercial models.
• Coordinating communications, partner programs, and enablement materials while continuously refining enterprise processes and standards.

Your Experience and Background include:  

• BA/BS required (Business, Engineering, or related)
• MBA degree preferred
• 10+ years in enterprise strategy/operations, product strategy, business transformation, or similar leadership roles within technology (software/SaaS, hardware, cloud, or platform services).
• Demonstrated track record executing cross‑functional initiatives end‑to‑end (from thesis to measurable outcomes) across multiple product lines/business units.
• Strong analytical toolkit: market/competitive analysis, financial modeling, scenario planning; fluency with BI/reporting tools and advanced Excel/Sheets (SQL familiarity a plus).
• Experience shaping pricing/packaging and commercial motions across direct and indirect channels.
• Background in Identity, Security, IoT, or adjacent ecosystems preferred.
• Exceptional executive communication skills; ability to produce succinct, insight‑rich materials.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process. 

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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