Strategy & Planning Manager

Cisco

. Develop and support plans connecting Cisco’s long-term goals with near-term priorities .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $117,400 - $172,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate strategy, financial modeling, and market analysis to drive business planning and decision-making. Proficient in leveraging AI and advanced analytics to enhance forecasting and improve collaboration across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Corporate Strategy ExperienceFinancial Modeling ExpertiseMarket Research SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationAI-Powered Analytics Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingForecastingScenario PlanningData AnalysisMarket ResearchCompetitive AnalysisBusiness PlanningPerformance Metrics ReviewInvestment EvaluationResource Decision Making

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI-Powered Analytics ToolsPlanning ToolsFinancial SoftwareData Analysis Software

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAPMPCPMAILean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

Corporate StrategyBusiness PlanningOperationsManagement ConsultingOrganizational Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and support plans connecting Cisco’s long-term goals with near-term priorities
Analyze market trends, competitors, and customer needs to identify opportunities and risks
Build forecasts, financial models, and scenarios to evaluate investments and resource decisions
Collaborate with teams across Cisco to coordinate priorities, timelines, and resources
Apply AI and advanced analytics to improve research, forecasting, and planning
Review performance metrics, identify gaps, and recommend changes to improve results
Contribute to annual and multi-year planning, including setting targets and measuring outcomes
Present findings and recommendations to leaders
Simplify planning processes and improve collaboration across teams
Evaluate how technology, market, and customer-priority changes may affect future plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of related experience, Master's degree with 3+ years of related experience, PhD with 1+ year of related experience, or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience in corporate strategy, business planning, operations, or management consulting
Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, and evaluating growth opportunities
Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, scenario planning, and data analysis
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support planning and business decisions
Preferred: MBA or advanced degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field
Preferred: PMP, CPMAI, or Lean Six Sigma certification
Background in technology, corporate strategy, or management consulting
Experience supporting annual planning, long-term business plans, or organizational transformation
Familiarity with AI-powered analytics, generative AI, or sophisticated planning tools
Experience preparing business cases and presenting recommendations to senior leaders

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
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for 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 for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies