Strategic Business Partner

Overview

Strategic Business Manager — Location: Hawaii Kai, Honolulu, HI. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. Employment Type: Full-Time.

Reports To: Chairman & General Manager. Bishop & Company is seeking a Strategic Business Manager for a growing international organization expanding its U.S. operations in Hawaii. This role focuses on turning strategy into action, leading projects, improving operations, and driving measurable business results.

It is a strategic business role focused on project leadership, business operations, and growth initiatives. This is not an Executive Assistant or Office Manager position.

About the Company

Our client is an established international company with more than 100 employees across Asia and over 20 years of experience in international trade, brand management, supply chain operations, and business development. The Hawaii-based U.S. Business Division focuses on global sourcing, branding, marketing, and distribution of premium 100% Kona Coffee, while also developing initiatives such as technology-enabled self-service golf simulator operations and other opportunities.

The position offers a startup environment with the backing of a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Execution: Translate business objectives into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables; lead strategic initiatives from planning through implementation; monitor progress; provide clear updates; own high-priority initiatives.
• Business Development & Growth: Research and evaluate new opportunities; conduct industry, market, and competitor analysis; support partnerships and market expansion; prepare recommendations and insights.
• Project Leadership: Manage multiple projects across operations, new initiatives, market expansion, vendor management, partnerships and contracts, licensing and compliance, recruitment, and process improvement; collaborate cross-functionally.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing, Banks, Government agencies, Attorneys, Accountants, Vendors, Customers, and Business partners.
• Process Improvement: Develop scalable operational workflows; improve efficiency and support digital transformation and AI-enabled productivity tools.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree or higher; 3–5 years of relevant professional experience; proven experience leading projects independently; strong stakeholder management and communication skills; authorization to work in the United States.
• Preferred: Experience in Business Operations, Business Development, Business Management, Project Management, Program Management, Strategic Execution, Startup Operations, Operational Excellence, and Cross-Functional Leadership. Industry experience is not required.

Technology & Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Google Workspace; Apple Calendar; Zoom; WhatsApp & Signal; Notion, Asana, Trello, or Monday.com.
• AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Gemini.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Takes initiative and ownership; thinks strategically while executing tactically; solves problems independently.
• Builds structure where processes are evolving; communicates proactively; manages competing priorities; learns quickly and adapts to change.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work directly with executive leadership; make a visible impact on a growing U.S. business.
• Lead meaningful projects and strategic initiatives; gain exposure to international operations.
• Enjoy startup energy with the support of an established global organization; opportunity for long-term growth and career development.

About Bishop & Company

Bishop & Company is one of Hawaii’s leading recruiting and executive search firms, connecting Hawaii’s top employers with exceptional talent. We provide recruiting and placement services for clients and opportunities for job seekers in Hawaii. We charge no fees to candidates and our client services are 100% guaranteed.

Location & Recruitment Notes

Location: Honolulu, HI. No relocation assistance available. In-state applicants only. Must be available to interview immediately. Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran.