Leader, Strategy & Planning

Cisco•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Remote

About The Position

This is a fully remote role in the US, with a slight preference for candidates located in Phoenix or Boston. You will become passionate about your employer and the brand you represent. Everything is converging on the Internet, making networked connections more meaningful than ever before in our lives. Our employees' groundbreaking ideas impact everything. Here, that means we take creative ideas from the drawing board to dynamic solutions that have real world impact. You'll collaborate with Cisco leaders, partner with mentors, and develop incredible relationships with colleagues who share your interest in connecting the unconnected. You'll be part a team that cares about its customers, enjoys having fun, and you'll take part in changing the lives of those in our local communities. Come prepared to be encouraged and inspired.

Requirements

At least 7+ years' experience in partner sales and/or strategy, planning, engineering, operations supporting a sales organization.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interface will all levels of management, both internal and external.
Strong leadership skills in a teaming environment coupled with strong knowledge of selling solutions to Cisco’s partners.
A good understanding Cisco partner models.
A deep understanding of operational processes and tools.
Strong analytical skills, ability to build viable solutions, innovation.
Ability to transition from strategic thinking to leading and solving tactical issues.
Consistent record to influence and lead outside of organization and across roles and functions.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership within the Partner Sales Organization and align groups along with tactical execution.
Participate with senior leadership and peers in aligned organization to establish strategic plans, tactical implementation, and team objectives.
Make decisions on operational matters and ensures the operations' effective achievement of quarterly and annual objectives.
Influences key decision makers through effective communications to drive key initiatives with Partners and Cisco Sales.
Own the creation and execution of Cisco Sales Segment Business Reviews, team-wide calls, announcements and presentations.
Apply knowledge of Cisco's business strategies to proactively anticipate business needs based on industry trends and market conditions.
Acting as a change agent to transform the sales and partner experience by improving the operational environment as the business continues to evolve.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)