Director of Strategy & Corporate Development

Overview

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home.”

Schumacher designs and produces fabrics, wall coverings, trims, furniture, and accessories with a passion for design, attention to detail, and curiosity for what’s next. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with showrooms domestically and internationally.

We are seeking a highly analytical, operationally minded Director of Strategy & Corporate Development to serve as a key partner to the Chief of Staff, CFO and the executive leadership team. This role is distinct from traditional FP&A functions; it focuses on forward-looking analysis, capital allocation strategies, and long-term value creation. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between financial data and operational strategy, providing the quantitative framework for high-stakes business decisions, including new market entries, product pricing strategies, and potential M&A activity.

• Strategic Planning & Modeling
  • Investment Analysis:
    Develop comprehensive business cases and ROI analyses for proposed strategic initiatives (e.g., new product launches, geographic expansion, capital expenditures).
  • Scenario Planning:
    Create dynamic what-if scenarios to stress-test assumptions and assess financial risks under various market conditions.
  • Long-Range Planning:
    Own and refine the company’s 3-5 year Corporate Financial Model, ensuring alignment with the strategic roadmap and macroeconomic assumptions.

• Performance Optimization
  • Unit Economics:
    Analyze core performance metrics (LTV/CAC, Gross Margin, Churn, Retention, Working Capital) to identify trends and opportunities for profitability improvement.
  • Pricing Strategy:
    Collaborate with Sales and Product to evaluate pricing models and revenue structures to maximize top-line growth and margin retention.

• Executive Communication & Corporate Development
  • Board Reporting:
    Translate complex financial data into concise, high-impact narratives and presentations for the Board of Directors and external investors.
  • Corporate Development:
    Support the CFO in evaluating inorganic growth opportunities, including M&A due diligence, valuation modeling, and post-merger integration planning.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership:
    Advise department heads on financial implications of operational decisions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field required; MBA is a plus.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience, preferably within top-tier Investment Banking, Private Equity, Management Consulting, or a Strategic Finance role at a high-growth company.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Modeling:
  Expert proficiency in Excel with the ability to build complex, integrated 3-statement financial models from scratch.
• Data Proficiency:
  Experience navigating large datasets; familiarity with SQL and BI tools (Tableau, Looker, Power
  
  BI) is highly preferred.
• Systems Knowledge:
  Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite) and planning tools is advantageous.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and Analytical Acumen:
  Ability to understand the broader business context, market dynamics, and competitive landscape.
• Operational Curiosity:
  Comfort analyzing financial statements and operational metrics to identify drivers and propose efficiencies.
• Communication Excellence:
  Ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear insights for executive stakeholders.
• Agility:
  Ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-visibility projects in a fast-paced environment.

Base: $160K to $180K plus performance bonus.

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

• Wealth Benefits:
  Competitive Salary;
  Corporate Annual Profit Sharing; 401K Plan
• Health Benefits:
  
  Dental, Medical, Prescription Drug Plan, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), TELADOC
• Other Benefits: 20 PTO, 10 Company Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Life Insurance, FSA, Aflac Plans, Pet Insurance, STD, LTD, Parental Medical Leave, Child Bonding Leave, Employee Discount

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable law.

Salary Range: $160,000—$180,000 USD