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Verizon

Associate Director, Business Strategy

Verizon

. Lead a team of four direct reports focused on Product Integration, Ecosystem Strategy, Market & Growth, and Strategy & Performance .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $138,500 - $265,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cross-functional teams and managing strategic partnerships within the AI and Cloud sectors. Proven ability to define growth strategies, execute product launches, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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Product Integration LeadershipStrategic Partnership ManagementBusiness Development ExperienceCross-Functional Team LeadershipAnalytical and Critical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentCorporate StrategyAI/Cloud ExperienceVBG Portfolio KnowledgeProgram KPI ManagementCommercial Contract NegotiationMarket Growth StrategyProduct Launch ExecutionData Center OperationsGPU Provider Partnerships
Soft Skills
Exceptional Communication SkillsExecutive-Grade Presentation SkillsStorytelling AbilityDeadline ManagementCollaborative Mindset
Industry Keywords
B2B CompaniesCross-Play Commercial StrategyOperational ExcellenceStakeholder CommunicationFast-Paced Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a team of four direct reports focused on Product Integration, Ecosystem Strategy, Market & Growth, and Strategy & Performance
  • Define and execute the AI Connect growth strategy, strategic roadmap, and new market/adjacency opportunity pipeline
  • Identify, establish, and manage strategic partnerships with GPU providers, data center operators, and cloud infrastructure partners
  • Manage end-to-end partner relationships, program KPIs, and commercial contract negotiations
  • Drive cross-play commercial strategy and Space, Power & Cooling business development and go-to-market execution
  • Track initiatives against underlying business case commitments
  • Maintain visibility into business case commitments and flag dependencies and delivery risks to leadership
  • Collaborate with Finance, Product & Segment Marketing, Tech Solutions, TPD, GTS, and Legal on product launches
  • Establish commercial governance and communicate the AI Connect vision to stakeholders at all levels
  • Cultivate operational excellence and accountability, empowering team members to take ownership and supporting their growth

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience
  • Eight or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work and/or military experience or specialized training
  • Eight or more years of work experience in product/platform, partnership, or technical experience in B2B companies
  • Six or more years of partner-facing experience
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Deep technical knowledge of the VBG portfolio
  • Experience in Business Development, Corporate Strategy, or specialized AI/Cloud BD roles
  • Exceptional written, oral, and presentation communication skills
  • Executive-grade presentation skills emphasizing storytelling and cross-functional alignment
  • Ability to manage deadlines in a highly complex, fast-paced environment
  • Experience leading teams, especially cross-functional teams
  • Experience working in an evolving, collaborative, and cross-functional environment with all levels of management
  • Experience developing strong working relationships inside and outside Verizon

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Identity theft protection
  • Pet insurance
  • Group home and auto insurance
  • Matched 401(k) savings plan
  • Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
  • Up to 6 personal days per year
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Premium pay opportunities including overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances
  • Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
  • Award-winning total rewards package