Strategy & Planning Manager jobs at Cisco in Poland, Krakow

You will partner across Finance, IT, Commerce Operations and the Global Partner Organization (GPO), and the Sales Regions. You will have the outstanding opportunity to work cross functionally on an international team passionate about operational excellence.

As a senior member of the Global Partner Finance Organization, you will work with a team of analysts focused on validating proof of performance claims to ensure accurate partner payments in the EMEA region. You will work with your Leader and Regional Managers in maintaining effective and efficient processes that meet internal control requirements. You will be empowered to make a difference, establish a reputation, and position yourself for continued growth.

Your Impact

• Liaise Fund Managers, Team Leads and POP COE team and other cross-functional teams.

• Provide support, leadership and subject matter expertise to local team.

• Ensure policies and procedures are implemented and followed.

• Help resolve partner disputes and/or corrections to documentation, manage partner escalations.

• Work cross-functionally with other teams to ensure timely clearance of transactions claims

• Provide metrics on a daily/weekly basis.

• Monitor and manage claim holds

• Monitor and manage claim aging

• Coordinate quarterly read out calls to provide feedback to Leader and Fund Managers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in finance, business administration, or supply chain related field
• Proficient in English and Polish
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, team metric development, presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Audit and/or compliance experience helpful but not required
• People management experience helpful
• Familiarity with Spanish, Portuguese, French, German and/or other European languages helpful
• Collaborates to tackle complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions; communicates difficult concepts and negotiates to adopt a different point of view
• Ability to coordinate regional team of analysts, provide clear guidance and training/mentorship as needed, maintain cohesive and collaborative team environment.

Your Impact

• Collaborate with S&L leaders to develop data-driven projections, ensuring financial transparency and accountability across the S&L organization.
• Manage and oversee forecasting processes on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles
• Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and plans to identify key business trends and performance metrics to provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership
• Drive the creation of business cases for new strategic initiatives with an emphasis on AI and automation projects
• Support month-end and quarter-end processes by partnering on manual account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analyses and build dynamic models to provide actionable insights on business trends and opportunities.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting and communications to support timely and reliable decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree with 5+ years of core Finance experience
• Finance/Accounting and operational reporting and analysis knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and data mining experience is critical
• Self-starter who can work independently with limited supervision
• Strong analytical skills with ability to break down complex requirements into solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Business Objects and SmartView is desired
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines in a dynamic environment
• Must be able to work successfully with virtual teams
• Excellent communication skills, self-motivation and intellectual curiosity

• Design and Deliver GTM Strategies:Partner with Sales and Operations leadership to build and execute data-driven GTM plans, frameworks, and business initiatives.
• Business Planning:Support development of Long Range and Annual Strategic plans (yearly/half-yearly) and drive processes to accelerate business outcomes.
• Run the Business:Facilitate the execution of core operational activities, including QBOs, forecasting, leadership offsites, and business performance tracking.
• Insight & Storytelling:Structure ambiguous business challenges, synthesize insights from data, and build compelling, executive-ready presentations and recommendations.
• Analysis & Execution:Conduct complex quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform decision-making and drive execution of high-impact projects.
• Stakeholder Management:Collaborate across teams, manage competing priorities, and align senior stakeholders to common goals.
• Process Improvement:Identify opportunities to streamline processes and adopt best practices that enhance efficiency and impact.
• Change Leadership:

• Problem Solver:Creative thinker who can break down complex issues and propose innovative solutions.
• Synthesizer:Expert at structuring ambiguous data, drawing patterns, and testing hypotheses.
• Storyteller:Confident presenting to all levels of the organization, able to make data come alive for both peers and executives.
• Organizer:Effective at prioritizing tasks and resources for maximum impact.
• Trusted Partner:Skilled collaborator with a strong track record of delivering results in a matrixed and cross-functional setting.
• Self-Starter:Proactive, self-motivated, and accountable—always seeking to improve processes and outcomes.
• Growth Mindset:

Required:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience (MBA a plus).
• 5-7 years’ experience in sales strategy, planning & operations, or management consulting.
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership in growth planning, running business deliverables, and leading operational activities.
• Proficiency in framing and structuring business problems, prioritizing work, and conducting both qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Proven ability to produce executive-level presentations and influence decision-makers.
• Strong command of business intelligence (BI) tools; SQL proficiency a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; English fluency required.

• Experience developing strategic plans, supporting cross-functional transformation, and driving business alignment.
• Hands-on, data-driven approach—comfortable diving into analysis and surfacing actionable insights.
• Familiarity with sales enablement and operations best practices in a technology or SaaS environment.

• A dynamic and inclusive environment at the intersection of technology, sales, and innovation.
• The opportunity to impact global business strategy and drive meaningful results.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Collaborative team culture with flexible working arrangements.

• assistance in successful completion of customer projects led by Project Managers

• ensuring the accuracy of project data in internal tools and systems.

• active participation in Team’s life and ensuring effective communication between team members.

• assisting Project Managers in performing project administration activities.

• Opportunity to shadow technology professionals and understand a broad range of Cisco Technologies

• Understanding of core Project Management knowledge areas

• Interaction with Cisco employees and clients all over the world

• 12 - month paid internship plus generous benefits

• Must be enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s studies in Business, Management or Technical field ( being a student for the duration of the internship is a must )

• Proficiency in relevant tools and technologies (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, basic data analysis tools).

• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proficient in English; additional languages like German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, or Turkish are a plus

• Ability to work and reside in Poland without visa support or sponsorship.

• Availability to work full-time from July to September, and part-time (minimum 24 hours per week) from October for the remainder of the internship

• Previous Internship or Work Experience: Having prior experience in a similar field or role can indicate a stronger understanding of the industry and workplace dynamics, making the intern more prepared to contribute optimally.

• Sophisticated Technical Skills: Proficiency in more specialized tools or technologies relevant to the industry, such as programming languages, data visualization software, or design tools, can be advantageous.

• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and propose solutions is highly valued, especially in roles that require critical thinking and decision-making.

• Project Management Experience: Experience in handling or participating in projects, even at an academic level, can demonstrate organizational skills and the ability to handle various tasks and deadlines.