Director, Strategic Initiatives

About this role

WHO WE ARE

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for all. CR is known for our rigorous testing and trusted ratings on thousands of products and services. We report extensively on consumer trends and challenges, and survey millions of people in the U.S. each year. We leverage our evidence-based approach to advocate for consumer rights, working with policymakers and companies to find solutions for safer products and fair practices.

Our mission starts with you. We offer medical benefits that start on your first day as a CR employee that include behavioral health coverage, family planning and a generous 401K match. Learn more about how CR advocates on behalf of our employees.

OVERVIEW

CR’s Enterprise & Strategy team is the driving force behind our organization. This team leads our strategic vision and planning, overseeing initiatives that enhance our operational effectiveness, drive impact for consumers, improve the marketplace, and position CR for long term success.

As Director, Strategic Initiatives, you’ll help CR chart new territory — developing, testing, and scaling business opportunities that extend our mission and create new sources of value. This role is ideal for someone who is entrepreneurial and thrives in ambiguity, moves quickly from concept to action, and brings commercial instincts with purpose-driven ambition.

This is a highly visible, hands-on role that will work closely with senior leaders across CR to shape our growth portfolio, incubate new models, and unlock opportunities that strengthen both our mission and business. You’ll combine big-picture thinking with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach to get new ideas off the ground.

This position is hybrid. Candidates should reside within 75 miles of Yonkers, NY. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

How You’ll Make An Impact

You’ll lead the exploration and development of new business opportunities while advancing strategic initiatives that build CR’s future capabilities. On a regular basis, you may:

• Identify, assess, and develop new business opportunities — including ventures, partnerships, and business models that expand CR’s reach, impact, and sustainability.

• Design and run business experiments to test assumptions, validate demand, and determine paths to scale.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to turn strategy into execution, connecting big ideas to operating models, pilots, and measurable outcomes.

• Develop business cases, investment proposals, and go-to-market plans for executive and Board review.

• Collaborate with external partners, consultants, and advisors to accelerate progress in high-potential opportunity areas.

• Lead major cross-functional initiatives that modernize CR’s business and explore adjacent and transformational growth spaces.

• Translate strategic direction…