About Working at Commerce

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after more than 155 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk.

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $100,500.00 - $136,500.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to identify, develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to evolve our distribution network of branches and ATMs across existing and expansion markets.

Position could be located in St Louis or Kansas City

Essential Functions

• Consume analytical research of market opportunities, economics, and consumer issues in order to develop recommendations on roadmap of where and how best to position branch and ATM footprint for accelerated growth

• Develop, refine, and evolve perspective of targeted branch and ATM investments to capture new client growth, including business case development for recommendation, implementation approach for denovo locations along with sales and marketing, and reporting for short- and long-term metrics to measure results

• Develop, refine, and evolve perspective on targeted branch and ATM investments to reposition for increased coverage, including business case development for recommendation, implementation approach across sales and marketing, and reporting for short- and long-term metrics to measure results

• Develop, refine, and evolve perspective on targeted branch optimization for efficient relationship growth and retention, including business case development for closure recommendations, implementation approach across sales and marketing, and reporting for short- and long term metrics to measure results

• Identify types of physical branch and ATM models and how they align to the purpose, testing options to reduce new build and remodel costs, advancing operations for efficiency, and enabling the ability to generate growth insights at a faster pace

• Keep aware of competition and industry changes in distribution strategy and execution

• Monitor and report on key implementation milestones on individual projects and the distribution channel overall to identify where efforts are successful and course correct as needed

• Seek feedback from business unit leaders and market managers to increase awareness and knowledge required to make informed decisions and maximize opportunities

• Perform other duties as assigned

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Strong knowledge of key strategies, initiatives, and opportunities

• Strong knowledge of industry publications and possible upcoming changes that could impact business

• Skilled at analyzing and making recommendations based on and supported by financial information, business plans, and qualitative/quantitative information

• Ability to consider complex problems for which standard alternatives may not be available and make educated recommendations

• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook

  Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master’s degree preferred.

• 4+ years Strategic Planning & program management experience required

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*For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles. This compensation range is for the Distribution Network Strategy Leader or Senior level job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $100,500 to $136,500 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals. The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here (https://careers.commercebank.com/us/en/benefits) to learn more.

Location: 8000 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Missouri 63105

Time Type:

Full time

Commerce Bank has been awarded numerous awards for our company culture. We have been included on distinguished lists such as Forbes’ Best Midsized Employers, Forbes’ Best Employers for Women, and Korn Ferry’s Engaged Performance Award. You’ll see the difference for yourself when you join the team.

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Commerce Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and believes that every individual should have the opportunity to work at a job for which he, she or they qualifies. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.