2024 MBA Executive Development Program (Sr. Manager - Strategy)

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!OVERVIEW:2024 MBA Executive Development Program (Full-time Job for post-MBA)Do you want a career with a forward-thinking Fortune 400 company that is focused on the future of Sport? A company committed to giving back to underserved communities, protecting our public lands for all, and for standing up for what we believe in? If that piqued your interest, the Executive Development Program (EDP) might be for you. As a member of DICK’S Sporting Goods (DSG) rotational leadership development program, you will work directly with senior leaders and gain insights and development from the best in the industry! Join a cohort of MBA students from some of the top business schools in the world to work on business issues that are at the top of mind to the Executive Leadership Team. Throughout the EDP, you will have multiple mentors from the organization, extensive exposure to various senior executive and C-suite leaders, and the chance to attend networking opportunities with decision-makers and influencers in the industry. You will enjoy all that Pittsburgh has to offer by participating in exclusive EDP-only social and cultural events.This program is not a direct track into any one position. The program is designed to allow you to build key relationships across our business and develop insights which will prepare you for future leadership positions, all while working on both high-visibility and high-priority initiatives. Your career path will be determined by the work you do, the connections you make, and your passions and interest areas. We will challenge and develop you into a future leader for DICK’S Sporting Goods.Once hired, you will spend 24 months in a rotational leadership program designed specifically for top-tier MBA talent. You will work side-by-side with and learn from experts in strategy & innovation, technology, retail, and the sporting goods industry. You will have the opportunity to make an impact right away.Following a robust and exciting onboarding experience, you will enter the first of your rotations in the most critical parts of our business. Rotations include: 1) Stores/Store Operations, where you’ll have the chance to explore the athlete and teammate experience and work on a project that could impact the chain of stores 2) Merchandising, where you will work under the direction of both our merchant leaders with some of the top brands in sport 3) Strategy, where you will take ownership of cross-functional projects as an internal consultant to DICK’S business functions. During the Strategy rotation, you will work both independently and with peers to lead high-priority strategic projects, with report out to the Sr. Leadership Team. You will also take on a flex rotation to deep dive into another strategic function (i.e. technology, eCommerce, marketing, etc.).By being a part of the program, DSG will provide you with the following:

Ownership + Deliver of Projects – You will work on high-visibility projects and DSG’s key initiatives

Leadership Development – We will prepare you to be a leader through training and experiences, both intentional and organic

Career Exploration – You will work in and network across various functions

Career Long Support – You will regularly meet with our EDP Support Team to ensure you will always know “where you stand”, including but not limited to regular touchbases with senior leaders in Strategy & Innovation, plus both an Executive Mentor and a Peer Mentor

Competitive Compensation – Includes annual salary over 150k, sign-on and annual equity opportunities, sign-on bonus, full relocation, merit, and performance bonus eligibility. Not to mention free parking, retail discounts, supplemented on-site health club membership, and access to on-site childcare facility, etc.

Past analysis and work performed by MBA hires at DSG:

Formulate long-term strategic forecasts for DSG by leveraging internal and external market data to understand the sales opportunities and growth

Build strategy to retain new customers earned during the COVID-19 pandemic

Develop new methods for quality service and delivery to our athletes

Strategic analyses of the female customer, the footwear customer/sneakerhead, etc.

Recommendations for new and modified brick and mortar and eCommerce concepts that were put into action

What we are looking for:

A documented history of academic distinction

3-5 years of previous work experience in a dynamic environment (consulting, strategy, finance, brand management, retail, etc.)

Executive Presence

Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the business from top to bottom

Composure with senior leadership team in one-on-one conversations

Experience influencing and presenting to senior leaders

Demonstrated ability to analyze data, synthesize recommendations, and present your thoughts and next steps

Passion for strategy, retail, sports and/or innovation

Comfort working in an evolving, forward-thinking environment

Will consider international students on a case-by-case basis, prioritizing those seeking full-time work in the United States

Additional Information:Start Date: Sept 2024Competitive Compensation – Includes salary above industry-standard, sign-on and annual equity opportunities, sign-on bonus, full relocation, merit, and performance bonus eligibility. Not to mention free parking, retail discounts, supplemented on-site health club membership, and access to on-site childcare facility, etc.Location: Coraopolis, PA (just outside of Pittsburgh) at DSG’s Corporate Office. Currently, employees are working a hybrid model – in office Tues – Thurs and WFH Monday & FriVideo Links:Working at DICK'S Sporting Goods (https://youtu.be/esmqo6OTA1U) DSG Investor Relations SiteWhy Pittsburgh is Awesome (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqXwcK07G00) CHRO, Julie Lodge-Jarrett on Teammate Experience, July 2022Public Lands Commercial (https://app.frame.io/reviews/4beaa87a-ac35-4d3b-9152-481e725c3e92/80fb5927-7e83-4e49-af82-6dee25e5109a) , Sept. 2021 Cranberry, PA75 for 75 Grant Recipient - Westinghouse Football (https://youtu.be/Q0doErfks5E) QUALIFICATIONS: