Head of Commercial Excellence & Strategy Execution

Lumen; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 192,000 - 256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Lumen is a leading network and AI-ready connectivity provider seeking a Sr Director of Commercial Excellence to steer cross-functional strategic initiatives across AGT’s three-year plan. You will blend strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, delivering high-impact programs through collaboration with executive stakeholders and teams.

The role demands strong analytics, exceptional communication, and the ability to drive rapid, precise outcomes while building a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• 12-15 years of experience in strategy, operations, or project leadership roles with increasing responsibility.
• Proven track record in leading strategic initiatives with measurable business impact.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex challenges.
• Excellent executive presence and communication skills; ability to craft persuasive narratives.
• Self-starter with high operational rigor and agility; excels in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes initiatives concurrently.
• Collaborative leader who builds trust across departments.
• Willingness to challenge the status quo with data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives and programs within AGT’s three-year plan.
• Develop and apply strategic frameworks to drive actionable insights and outcomes.
• Manage complex program and project efforts with hands-on execution.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to align initiatives across the organization.
• Engage stakeholders to identify challenges, propose solutions, and manage expectations.
• Deliver executive-ready updates and presentations with impactful storytelling.
• Oversee continuous improvement and ensure ongoing relevance and impact.
• Build and sustain a high-performing team; mentor planning functions.

Skills

Strategic frameworks

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Program/project management

Stakeholder management

Bias for action

Team leadership

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or related advanced degree

Job description

Lumen is a leading network and AI-ready connectivity provider seeking a Sr Director of Commercial Excellence to steer cross-functional strategic initiatives across AGT’s three-year plan. You will blend strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, delivering high-impact programs through collaboration with executive stakeholders and teams.

The role demands strong analytics, exceptional communication, and the ability to drive rapid, precise outcomes while building a high-performing team.