Strategy Director at Priceline in New York City, NY

Strategy Director Location: Norwalk, CT This role is eligible for our hybrid work model: Two days in-office. Strategy Director Why this job’s a big deal: Priceline has strong fundamentals and a clear strategic ambition to be America’s definitive travel deals brand. In today’s travel environment, we have both the moment and the platform to lead. Getting there requires the analytical rigor, structural clarity, and narrative precision to translate our ambition into a plan the whole organization can execute against. Reporting to the SVP of Strategy & Brand Marketing, this role serves as the analytical and strategic backbone of how Priceline sets direction, measures progress, and communicates its vision across the organization and Booking Holdings. Priceline has a strong strategic foundation and a clear point of view on where we’re headed. As we define our 2027 ambitions and beyond, sharpen the pillars that organize our priorities, and build the frameworks that guide how the company operates, this role will be instrumental in developing and synthesizing analytical inputs, defining opportunities, authoring strategic direction, and structuring the narratives that communicate that vision across the business. If you are energized by turning complex information into clear strategic choices and crafting the data-informed storylines that make them land, this is the role for you. In this role, you will get to: Shape the Corporate Strategy • Lead the analytical and synthesis work at the core of Priceline’s corporate strategy development, including researching the competitive landscape, sizing opportunities, building strategic frameworks, and helping define the 1-year and 3-year ambitions and pillar priorities that guide the business forward Build the Analytical Picture • Conduct competitive benchmarking, market analysis, and customer and consumer research to develop a fact-based view of where the market is heading and where Priceline is best positioned to win Synthesize and Structure • Translate complex inputs from business metrics, market data, leadership perspectives, and functional plans into concise, executive-ready narratives, frameworks, and recommendations that support strategic decision-making Own the KPI Framework • Define and maintain the corporate KPI structure that measures progress against strategic priorities, ensuring the right metrics are tracked, owned, and reported with rigor Connect Corporate Strategy to Functional Plans • Partner with leaders across Commercial, Product, Technology, Marketing, and other functions to translate corporate priorities into functional strategies, identify gaps, and drive cross-functional alignment Drive Strategy Communication Deliverables • Build executive-ready presentations, briefs, updates, and written materials for Leadership Team meetings, Extended Leadership Team sessions, CEO updates, quarterly business reviews, and company-wide forums Contribute to Cross-Brand and Booking Holdings Efforts • Support cross-brand strategy initiatives by developing analyses, recommendations, and deliverables that connect Priceline’s priorities to broader Booking Holdings conversations and opportunities Operationalize the Plan • Help translate strategic priorities into action by mapping initiatives to owners, timelines, milestones, and success measures while building mechanisms to track and communicate progress Who you are: • 6-10 years of experience in strategy, with a background in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a combination of both strongly preferred • Strong analytical and research skills with experience conducting competitive benchmarking, customer and consumer research, market analysis, and business performance analysis • Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to structure complex ideas and develop compelling executive-ready presentations, briefs, and strategic narratives • Demonstrated ability to synthesize information from multiple stakeholders and sources into clear recommendations, frameworks, and strategic choices • Comfortable operating at the intersection of strategy and storytelling, balancing analytical rigor with impactful communication • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams while maintaining quality and pace • Collaborative and relationship-oriented, with experience building trust across functions and influencing stakeholders without direct authority • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and creating structure in evolving business environments • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred • Illustrated history of living the values necessary to Priceline: Customer, Innovation, Team, Accountability and Trust • The Right Results, the Right Way is not just a motto at Priceline; it’s a way of life. Unquestionable integrity and ethics is essential There are a variety of factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought/required. In addition to a competitive base salary, certain roles may be eligible for an annual bonus and/or equity grant. The salary range for this position is $170,000-$210,000. Who We Are WE ARE PRICELINE. Our success as one of the biggest players in online travel is all thanks to our incredible, dedicated team of talented employees. Priceliners are focused on being the best travel deal makers in the world, motivated by our passion to help everyone experience the moments that matter most in their lives. Whether it’s a dream vacation, your cousin’s graduation, or your best friend’s wedding - we make travel affordable and accessible to our customers. Our culture is unique and inspiring (that’s what our employees tell us). We’re a grown-up, startup. We deliver the excitement of a new venture, without the struggles and chaos that can come with a business that hasn’t stabilized. We’re on the cutting edge of innovative technologies. We keep the customer at the center of all that we do. Our ability to meet their needs relies on the strength of a workforce as diverse as the customers we serve. We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and collaboration. Priceline is part of the Booking Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: BKNG) family of companies, a highly profitable global online travel company with a market capitalization of over $80 billion. Our sister companies include Booking.com, BookingGo, Agoda, Kayak and OpenTable. If you want to be part of something truly special, check us out! Flexible work at Priceline Priceline is following a hybrid working model, which includes two days onsite as determined by you and your manager (ideally selecting among Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday). On the remaining days, you can choose to be remote or in the office. Perks & Benefits at Priceline Our benefits are designed to support your health, wellbeing, and life inside and outside of work. Eligible Priceliners have access to: Health & wellness coverage including medical, dental, vision, and mental health resources Generous time off including PTO, holidays, a company-wide Priceline Pause reset week, and paid volunteer days Work/life support including the ability to work up to 4 weeks per year from anywhere, parental leave, dependent care and family support resources, Summer Fridays, and office perks like stocked kitchens and catered meals (varies by location) Financial security programs such as retirement plans with company contributions, life and disability coverage, and tax-advantaged accounts Signature travel perks including employee-only discounts on hotels and flights, VIP deals, and Big Deal Bucks credits Additional perks & discounts like travel and partner discounts, tuition support, legal support, and pet benefits A people-first culture with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), social events, recognition programs, and service awards that help you connect, grow, and celebrate together Specific benefits and programs vary by location. Inclusion is a Big Deal! To be the best travel dealmakers in the world, we believe our team should reflect the broad range of customers and communities we serve. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all employees have the freedom to bring their individual perspectives, life experiences, and passion to work. Priceline is a proud equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate the unique lenses through which our employees see the world. We’d love for you to join us and help shape what makes our team extraordinary. Applying for this position We're excited that you are interested in a career with us. For all current employees, please use the internal portal to find jobs and apply. External candidates are required to have an account before applying. When you click Apply, returning candidates can log in, or new candidates can quickly create an account to save/view applications. Additional Locations: New York