Product Management Strategy – Planning Manager

Cisco

. Translate complex partner experience visions into actionable product and AI roadmaps .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $161,300 - $204,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy development, product management, and business transformation within technology environments, with a strong focus on AI-enabled tools for market analysis and decision-making. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage performance metrics, and optimize processes to enhance product lifecycle efficiency.

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Strategy DevelopmentProduct ManagementAI-Enabled ToolsCross-Functional LeadershipPerformance Metrics Management

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Hard Skills

Market AnalysisData-Driven Decision-MakingBusiness ArchitectureProcess OptimizationKPI ManagementResource AllocationProduct Lifecycle EfficiencyOperational Workflow SimplificationStrategic PlanningProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationConsensus-BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationCPMAI CertificationLean Six Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

Organizational TransformationPartner ExperienceCross-Functional StakeholdersIT PI PlanningGlobal Partner Ecosystem

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate complex partner experience visions into actionable product and AI roadmaps
Drive strategic organizational transformation
Analyze market trends, partner feedback, and competitive signals using AI-enabled tools
Inform forward-looking strategy and investment decisions
Align cross-functional stakeholders on strategic agendas
Apply rigorous prioritization to support an AI-first approach
Facilitate annual and quarterly IT PI planning processes
Establish clear KPIs and ensure resource allocation reflects priority outcomes
Lead cross-functional process improvements
Simplify operational workflows and accelerate product speed to market through AI-driven insights
Shape Cisco’s global partner ecosystem and partner experience strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years of experience in strategy development, product management, or business transformation within a technology environment
5+ years of experience using AI-enabled tools for market analysis and data-driven decision-making
3+ years of experience leading cross-functional strategic planning and project management initiatives within a large-scale organization
2+ years of managing performance metrics, KPIs, and resource allocation tracking for complex technology roadmaps
2+ years of experience in business architecture or process optimization to improve product lifecycle efficiency
PMP certification preferred
CPMAI certification preferred
Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
Strong communication and consensus-building skills to influence senior leadership preferred
Adaptability to lead initiatives through shifting business expectations and evolving market landscapes preferred
Must be based in the United States; preference for candidates in central and eastern time zones
No relocation benefits available

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 continued employment and vesting periods
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 per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees, subject to availability and business limitations
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 annually
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies
Performance-based incentive pay for sales-plan employees
Opportunities to grow and build at Cisco
Professional collaboration and global-scale work opportunities