[Hiring] Product Management Strategy & Planning Manager @Cisco

Role Description

This remote role is open to US based candidates with preference given to those who reside in the central and eastern time zones. No relocation benefits are available.

The Partner Experience (PXP) Strategy & Development team serves as the engine driving the future of Cisco’s global partner ecosystem. We bridge the gap between complex market data and actionable strategy to ensure our partner experience is seamless, efficient, and AI-forward. Our team is a diverse group of strategists, analysts, and project managers working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovation-obsessed environment. We take pride in our ability to synthesize massive amounts of data into clear, high-impact roadmaps that influence how Cisco connects with the world. Joining us means being at the forefront of the digital transformation, where your insights directly shape our organizational direction.

Your Impact

• Translate complex partner experience visions into actionable product and AI roadmaps to drive strategic organizational transformation.
• Analyze market trends, partner feedback, and competitive signals using AI-enabled tools to inform forward-looking strategy and investment decisions.
• Align cross-functional stakeholders on strategic agendas by applying rigorous prioritization to ensure all development efforts support an AI-first approach.
• Facilitate annual and quarterly IT PI planning processes to establish clear KPIs and ensure resource allocation reflects the organization’s highest-priority outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional process improvements to simplify operational workflows and accelerate product speed to market through AI-driven insights.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in strategy development, product management, or business transformation within a technology environment.
• 5+ years experience using AI-enabled tools for market analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• 3+ years 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 experience in business architecture or process optimization to improve product lifecycle efficiency.

Requirements

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• CPMAI (Cognitive Project Management for AI) certification.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Strong communication and consensus-building skills to influence senior leadership.
• Adaptability to lead initiatives through shifting business expectations and evolving market landscapes.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid time away including 10 paid holidays per year, 1 floating holiday, and additional personal wellness days.
• Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees.
• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter.
• Optional 10 paid days per year to volunteer.
• Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, and performance-based incentive pay for sales roles.