Manager, Strategy & Transformation

Description Job Description Position: Manager – Strategy & Transformation Reports To: Director / Chief Strategy Officer Location: Chicago, IL   Job Overview Reveal is seeking a high-performing strategy professional to join its Strategy & Transformation team at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth. This role sits at the intersection of enterprise transformation, product strategy, and M&A execution within a private-equity-owned technology business.   From our downtown Chicago headquarters, you will partner closely with senior executives, functional leaders, product teams, and private equity sponsors to shape and deliver initiatives that materially impact enterprise value. You will work on mission-critical programs ranging from operating-model redesign and margin expansion to go-to-market transformation, product portfolio strategy, post-merger integration, and acquisition diligence.   This is an ideal opportunity for someone coming from a top-tier consulting firm, particularly Private Equity, Transformation, or Strategy practices — who wants to build hands-on operator experience while retaining exposure to complex, C-suite-level problem solving and transactions. This role follows a hybrid model (4 days in office, 1 day work from home) for candidates residing in Illinois. Candidates based outside of Illinois may be considered for a remote work arrangement.   Responsibilities & Duties Support high-impact transformation programs across revenue growth, margin improvement, organizational design, and operational effectiveness Contribute to strategic planning efforts including annual and multi-year value creation roadmaps Partner with product and commercial teams to support portfolio strategy, pricing/packaging analyses, and investment prioritization Assist with M&A activities including commercial diligence, synergy analysis, post-merger integration planning, and carve-out support Own portions of workstreams—from structured problem solving and data analytics to delivering insights and recommendations Build robust financial models, business cases, and KPI dashboards to track performance and drive decision-making Work cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to translate strategy into actionable execution plans Prepare executive-ready presentations and materials for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders Contribute to building internal transformation playbooks, frameworks, and best practices Provide guidance and informal coaching to analysts or junior teammates as needed Perform other duties as assigned to support team, department, and organizational goals.   Characteristics Strong analytical, structured thinking and problem-solving skills Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments Clear and concise communication skills; able to craft compelling executive narratives Action-oriented mindset with willingness to roll up sleeves and drive…