Principal Director of Software and Platforms Strategy. Morristown Move Collective

We Are:

Accenture Strategy is a dynamic environment where innovative ideas meet effective execution. We find ourselves at the confluence of business strategy and technological transformation, empowering some of the world's most ambitious companies to not just respond to change but to lead it. In an age where AI is reshaping industries, we provide C‑suite leaders with clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge to move quickly and achieve success.

Our approach is collaborative; we don’t just offer advice, we co‑create the future with our clients by embedding AI‑driven insights into the strategies that define markets and drive growth.

A strategy leader with extensive experience in the Software and Platforms industry, fueled by a passion for exploring the capabilities AI brings. You possess the foresight to anticipate challenges and navigate complex dynamics, crafting actionable and scalable strategies. Your role involves not only keeping pace with the AI revolution but actively steering how your clients can lead it. You excel in uncertain environments, inspire your teams, and cultivate long‑lasting relationships with clients that extend beyond individual projects.

Whether advising a hyperscaler on their platform strategy or assisting an AI‑native startup with its market approach, you bring intellect, creativity, and a personal touch to every engagement. As a Principal Director, you are an authoritative Subject Matter Expert whose insights shape the ambitions and direction of the practice.

• Leverage your deep expertise in critical industry domains such as Data Centers, Advertising, Partnerships, or Data & AI, translating that knowledge into market‑moving strategies.
• Act as the senior strategic advisor for high‑stakes engagements, leading AI‑driven transformation projects that redefine business models, unlock new revenue streams, and create sustainable competitive advantages.
• Establish and oversee the strategic direction for AI adoption in the Software and Platforms sector, guiding clients on integrating AI into their products and operations for enhanced scale and differentiation.
• Address complex industry challenges, including platform scalability and ecosystem monetization, by developing robust business cases and delivering insights that drive confident action.
• Build and maintain vital executive‑level relationships with clients, becoming the go‑to thought partner for C‑suite leaders in critical moments.
• Define the boundaries of our practice through pioneering thought leadership, representing Accenture at key industry events, and influencing the future landscape of Software and Platforms.
• Foster the growth of the next generation of senior strategists by mentoring, defining excellence, and building a high‑performing team.
• Contribute significantly to key deliverables during critical phases, such as problem framing and creation of pivotal points of view.
• Ensure your contributions are impactful and focused.
• Enhance strategic thinking, challenge conventional views, and materially improve outcomes when the stakes are the highest.
• Willingness to travel as needed, potentially up to 80% of the time.

• A bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in consulting for or working within a Software or Platform company or startup.

• You hold an MBA or an equivalent advanced degree.
• You possess strong communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire senior executives.
• You have a proven track record of delivering complex, high‑impact client projects where AI plays a central role.
• You have hands‑on experience with generative AI, machine learning, or AI‑centric platforms to solve real business challenges.
• You have held product, marketing, or strategy roles in prominent technology firms or venture capital companies.
• You are experienced in utilizing visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx) and analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics).
• Your familiarity with AI development ecosystems, LLM‑based tools, or strategies is a strong advantage.

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