Manage product portfolio and budget planning, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support strategic goals.
Assist in development and implementation of business strategies to enhance the success of both our cloud and on-premises switching portfolios.
Identify key partners, ensure alignment, and collaborate with them at all levels of the organization to foster a culture of transparency and accountability and promote open communication.
Establish disciplined processes, detailed project plans, clear timelines, and defined accountability to drive organization-wide operational excellence, delivering key outcomes such as Quarterly Business Outlooks (QBOs), Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
Prepare and present progress reports, schedule meetings, supervise action items, and share status to completion and next steps.
Identify and implement constant improvement through data analysis, identifying key trends, recognizing challenge areas, suggesting adjustments to stay on track, and preparing reports to enable operational improvement through the strategic management and analysis of business drivers and practices.
Support talent review discussions and planning activities, liaison with HR partners on all Cisco best practices to support the team.
Minimum Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in strategy, operations, or chief of staff roles within technology, research, or data-driven organizations.
Bachelors degree with a concentration in Business Administration, communication, management or related field
5+ years experience supporting executives within a technical environment.
3+ years of experience supporting VP+ with Quarterly Business Outlooks (QBOs), Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)
Current with use of AI tools for productivity gain such as ChatGPT, Gemini or related tool.
Preferred Qualifications :
Advanced Education: Master’s degree or equivalent experience is a plus.
Leadership Experience: Experience in a leadership role within a complex organization, preferably involving direct support to C-suite executives.
Strategic Planning Expertise: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification