Manager, Enterprise Initiatives - Remote with up to 50% travel

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award , we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

The Enterprise Initiatives team is responsible for leading large-scale, cross-functional programs that accelerate growth, improve operational execution, and drive consistency across all brands. The Manager of Enterprise Initiatives serves as a strategic project leader, partnering with corporate NSC functions and field leadership to successfully design, implement, and scale key business initiatives. This role plays a critical part in translating organizational priorities into actionable plans, ensuring enterprise-wide adoption, measurable results, and sustainable impact. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly self-directed, and leverages data and operational insights to influence decisions and drive outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and implementation of enterprise-wide growth, operational, and strategic initiatives across multiple brands

Partner with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive successful outcomes

Develop project plans, timelines, communication strategies, and success metrics to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and achieve intended business results

Serve as a key liaison between corporate stakeholders and field leaders, gathering feedback, managing change, and ensuring adoption of new programs and processes

Monitor initiative performance, proactively identify risks or barriers, and implement solutions to maintain momentum and achieve organizational goals

Qualifications:

Experience leading complex cross-functional projects, programs, or enterprise initiatives in a multi-site environment

Early Childhood Education (ECE) experience required, with a strong understanding of center operations, enrollment drivers, and field leadership dynamics

Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and drive results with minimal oversight

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify insights, and make data-driven recommendations to support business decisions

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing leaders across all levels of an organization

Proven track record of driving measurable business outcomes through strategic planning, execution, and operational partnership

#LI-Remote

• Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
• - Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.

• - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• - Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• - Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• - … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.