Product Management Strategy – Planning Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Transform intricate partner experience visions into practical product and AI roadmaps.

• Propel strategic organizational transformation initiatives.

• Assess market trends, partner feedback, and competitive indicators utilizing AI-enabled tools.

• Guide forward-thinking strategy and investment choices.

• Ensure alignment among cross-functional stakeholders on strategic objectives.

• Implement thorough prioritization to endorse an AI-first strategy.

• Oversee annual and quarterly IT PI planning processes.

• Define clear KPIs and guarantee resource allocation mirrors priority outcomes.

• Direct cross-functional process enhancements.

• Streamline operational workflows and hasten product market entry through AI-driven insights.

• Influence Cisco’s global partner ecosystem and partner experience strategy.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years in strategy development, product management, or business transformation within a technology-focused environment.

• At least 5 years of experience employing AI-enabled tools for market analysis and data-driven decision-making.

• Over 3 years of experience in leading cross-functional strategic planning and project management efforts within a large organization.

• A minimum of 2 years managing performance metrics, KPIs, and resource allocation tracking for intricate technology roadmaps.

• At least 2 years in business architecture or process optimization to enhance product lifecycle efficiency.

• PMP certification is preferred.

• CPMAI certification is preferred.

• Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.

• Strong communication and consensus-building skills to influence senior leadership are preferred.

• Ability to lead initiatives amidst changing business expectations and evolving market conditions is preferred.

• Candidates must be based in the United States, with a preference for those in central and eastern time zones.

• No relocation benefits will be provided.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.

• Paid parental leave.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Basic life insurance.

• Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to ongoing employment and vesting periods.

• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year.

• 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees.

• 1 paid day off for the employee’s birthday.

• Paid year-end holiday shutdown.

• 4 paid days off for personal wellness.

• 16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees.

• Flexible vacation time off program with no set limit for eligible exempt employees, subject to availability and business constraints.

• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter.

• Up to 80 hours of unused sick time can be carried forward annually.

• Additional paid time off for critical or emergency family matters.

• Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year.

• Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, in accordance with Cisco's policies.

• Performance-based incentive pay for sales-plan employees.

• Opportunities for growth and development at Cisco.

• Professional collaboration and global-scale work opportunities.