The application window is expected to close on: 02/19/2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Traveling is required approximately 1 per Q. Meet the Team The Sales Strategic Initiatives team is responsible for driving a number of priority initiatives to accelerate and optimize the go-to-market (GTM) strategies of Cisco’s sales teams. Current priorities include building: * A unified customer definition for enhanced engagement across all Cisco functions and lines of business * An evolved segmentation model to enable more efficient alignment of resources to our highest growth opportunities * Evolved sales policies to drive ownership and accountability across a matrixed sales organization Your Impact As a Business Operations Manager for Sales Strategic Initiatives, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Cisco's sales strategies. You will lead efforts to drive standardization, streamline processes, and drive growth through innovative solutions. This role offers the excitement of working at the intersection of strategy and execution, providing opportunities to make a significant impact on Cisco's market presence. * Lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to optimize sales operations. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a unified customer definition for all Cisco functions and lines of business. * Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and optimization. * Develop and execute plans to enhance the efficiency of sales processes. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives to support Cisco's growth objectives. Minimum Qualifications * 4+ years of experience in business operations or sales strategy roles at a large global company OR 4+ years of experience leading planning and change management efforts for a large organization * Strong background in data analysis with emphasis on interpreting complex data. * Experience in project management and process optimization. * Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce) and sales analytics platforms (Tableau, PowerBI, or similar). *Sophisticated knowledge of Cisco's current structure and industry standards for customer definition and sales planning processes Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. * Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges. * Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. #WeAreCisco #WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connection—we celebrate our employees’ diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called inclusive communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer—80 hours each year—allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do! Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us! Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.