<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Strategic Program Manager</strong> to guide a high-visibility business strategy initiative for executive leadership in Detroit, Michigan. This Contract position will support the coordination of a structured, company-level strategic planning effort, ensuring milestones, decisions, and deliverables stay aligned through completion. The ideal candidate brings strong experience leading C-suite-facing programs, building executive-ready materials, and driving cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. <strong>This is an onsite position working in the Detroit Metro area. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the day-to-day management of a strategic planning initiative sponsored by executive leadership, maintaining momentum across all workstreams.</p><p>• Build and manage the overall project schedule, tracking milestones, dependencies, risks, and critical decisions from kickoff through final delivery.</p><p>• Establish and facilitate governance routines, including leadership meetings, status reviews, and approval checkpoints.</p><p>• Coordinate input from cross-functional teams and committees, consolidating their contributions into a unified strategic roadmap and presentation package.</p><p>• Partner closely with senior executives to prepare updates, synthesize progress, and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor project risks and issues, recommend mitigation strategies, and escalate concerns appropriately to maintain timeline and quality expectations.</p><p>• Develop high-quality executive presentations and supporting materials suitable for leadership review and broader organizational communication.</p><p>• Ensure project documentation, action items, and deliverables are organized, current, and accessible to key stakeholders.</p>