The application window is expected to close on: 5/16/2025.
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.As a Strategy & Planning Associate, you'll play a critical role in driving Cisco’s go-to-market (GTM) strategy execution, country acceleration programs, and Board of Directors preparation. Your work will involve portfolio analysis, business development, and executive sponsorships, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and impact at the Board and C-suite levels.
- Partner with the Senior Director and senior leaders on strategic planning and top-priority projects.
- Drive execution by tracking and managing Executive Leadership Team (ELT) action items.
- Assist in preparing Board of Directors materials with analysis and insights.
- Drive project management for country acceleration programs in high-growth markets.
- Align leadership priorities through effective cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management across regions.
- Collaborate on new growth initiatives and business improvements across functions.
- Support high-impact sponsorship programs with structured tracking and reporting.
- Analyze data, report progress, and optimize execution strategies to enhance outcomes.
- Streamline workflows and boost efficiency in strategic initiatives.
- A Bachelor’s degree with 5 + years of experience in business development, management consulting, strategy, operations or a related field of work.
- Experience working with and supporting C-Level executives, board members, ELT members or senior leadership team members.
- Previous experience in implementing company operational objectives aligned with strategic priorities, go-to-market strategies, or business development initiatives.
- Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information, and experience working in a cross-functional, global environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with governance processes and Board-level engagement.
- Strong organizational and program management skills, experience working within a PMO would be a plus.
- Data skills, ability to drive actionable insights using data for efficient decision making.
- Experience or interest in working with AI and AI related technologies.
- Ability to use a wide range of tools including but not limited to AI tools, PowerPoint, Excel, Project Management tools, data & reporting tools, etc.
- High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and adaptability to changing priorities.
- Self-starter mentality with a hands-on approach and sense of urgency.
- Collaborative approach to cultivate teamwork and alignment.
- Commitment to organizational values, integrity, and excellence.