Sr. Manager, Business Operations & Strategy

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JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're empowering traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence.

Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. Through those efforts, our user base has grown to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.

But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.

So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.

Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.

What you'll do:

At NinjaTrader, we believe our team members are our greatest asset. The Business Operations & Strategy team serves as NinjaTrader’s internal consulting arm—partnering across the organization to help leaders solve problems, strategize, and execute on key initiatives that advance our mission. The team plays a critical role in driving performance management, enabling decision-making through analysis, and identifying opportunities for operational excellence and strategic growth.

In this role you will:

• Partner with executive and departmental leadership to define and operationalize strategic priorities across the organization

• Lead complex, cross-functional projects that deliver on NinjaTrader’s growth ambitions—structuring workstreams, managing stakeholders, and driving measurable business outcomes

• Conduct financial, operational, and customer analyses to assess performance, identify opportunities, and build recommendations for leadership

• Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate new initiatives, partnerships, or operational improvements

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Director of Strategy and executive leaders—helping to shape the company’s strategic planning process, Tier 1 KPIs, and annual operating cadence

• Synthesize data, insights, and recommendations into clear, executive-ready presentations for the Leadership Team and Board of Directors

• Mentor and manage junior team members, fostering professional development and analytical rigor within the Strategy function

• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and competitive dynamics to inform NinjaTrader’s strategic direction

What you'll need:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, or private equity; experience in FinTech or trading industries preferred

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional strategic initiatives from ideation to execution

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to distill complex issues into actionable recommendations

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong communication and executive presence, with experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders

• Ability to translate strategic questions into quantitative frameworks

• A proactive, self-starter mentality with a high degree of ownership, organization, and attention to detail

• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines

Bonus Points For:

• Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and BigQuery

• Financial modeling experience

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $160,000.00-$180,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 12%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.

Location:

This role is based in Chicago, IL. *There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., Wisconsin.

Hybrid:

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually

• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays

Our Core Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO

• 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually

• 1 Service Day Annually

• 401k with 3.5% Company Match

• Paid Parental Bonding Leave

• Health, Vision, Dental Coverage

• Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.