OUR ORGANIZATION

The Internet and Mass Scale Infrastructure Group (I&MI) Sales Strategy, Planning, and Operations team is part of the Global Specialist Strategy, Planning, and Operations (GSSP) organization and drives strategy, planning, and operations initiatives in support of Cisco’s multi-billion-dollar Internet and Mass Scale Infrastructure Sales business.
We work hard and have fun doing it. We take pride in our work and know our collective success is dependent upon teamwork, both internally and externally. Passion, Integrity, Trust, Leadership, and Execution are our core values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, business development, finance or operations within service provider, telecommunications, or a related industry.
• Proven track record to develop and execute large-scale strategic initiatives, with measurable outcomes.
• Business Insight – Proven understanding of Cisco’s sales cycle, organization, and GTM objectives: business unit, sales and partners
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in business intelligence tools, data analysis, and reporting.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and project management capabilities.
• Experience influencing senior leaders within complex, matrixed organizations.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Consultant Management firm experience is highly desired
• Expertise in crafting and implementing GTM strategies for sales and marketing.
• Experience working with global teams and managing geographically diverse projects.
• Tools proficiency: Required: Excel (Pivot-Tables, etc.), PowerPoint (presentation building), FINBI, SFDC; Plus but not required: Cisco Ready, MBR.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager, you will be a business partner to the I&MI Global sales specialist leaders. This role will actively contribute to strategy development, building & executing operational plans, and driving transformation with the global I&MI sales teams. You will engage with Global I&MI leaders, the Global Specialist SP&O organization, I&MI specialists, business units, partners, and other cross-functional organizations.
This role requires a strategic thinker with outstanding planning, execution, and leadership skills. You will collaborate across teams to identify and capitalize on market opportunities, design and implement go-to-market strategies, and deliver impactful business insights that influence executive decision-making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the creation and implementation of detailed strategic plans that align with company objectives.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop tailored strategies to achieve growth and scale.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to enhance sales coverage, marketing execution, and service integration.