Lead high-priority, cross-functional initiatives
Partner with senior leaders to shape strategy and influence key business decisions
Translate company priorities into clear execution plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes
Use data to identify opportunities, generate insights, and drive decision-making
Improve and scale business processes to increase efficiency and impact
Identify opportunities to integrate AI into workflows, analytics, and decision-making to accelerate outcomes

Recent or upcoming graduate of an MBA program
Strong understanding of business strategy and structured problem-solving
experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to drive strategy
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to manage and deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope
Clear and persuasive communicator with cross-functional partners and senior leaders
Familiarity with networking and cloud technologies is a plus.

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
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
Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program
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 from one calendar year to the next
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
eligible to earn annual bonuses

Strategy and Operations Manager, MBA

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