Strategy & Planning Manager III (Full-Time) - United States
About The Position
This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. We are Cisco Operations, the organization that drives accelerated growth by powering the company to securely deliver high-quality products and experiences. Our vision is to power a secure Cisco with simplicity, speed, and growth, so customers, partners, and employees choose us every time. Our MBA Strategy & Planning Rotation Program offers the opportunity to work on high-priority, enterprise-wide strategic initiatives at a global technology leader. You will partner closely with senior leaders to solve complex business problems and drive meaningful impact. You will lead cross-functional work from concept through execution, translate data into clear, actionable insights, and guide senior-level discussions that build alignment and momentum. By taking ownership, anticipating risks, and communicating effectively, you will deliver measurable outcomes while strategically integrating AI solutions into business processes, analysis, and decision-making. In this program, you will lead a strategic initiative tied directly to Cisco’s near-term business priorities.
Requirements
- Recent graduate or in your final year of studies towards an MBA or a related graduate-level business program.
- Qualifying education should be in business strategy, strategic planning, management consulting, business operations or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative information and develop actionable recommendations.
- Strong structured problem-solving and project management skills, including the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from definition through execution.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate clear, concise recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions, build stakeholder alignment, influence without direct authority, and operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in technology, management consulting, or corporate strategy.
- Skilled in developing business cases, financial analyses, and KPIs to evaluate opportunities and measure business outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience applying AI and automation to solve complex business problems and streamline workflows.
- Proven ability to develop recommendations for senior executives and support high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives.
- Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and drive initiatives independently with limited direction.
Responsibilities
- Owning a high-impact project from problem definition through recommendation
- Developing business cases, metrics, and KPIs to evaluate program effectiveness
- Synthesizing insights into clear, executive-ready presentations
- Partnering with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and execution
- Presenting findings and recommendations to senior leaders
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 employees)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
