HPE Labs - Business Planning Manager I

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Business Planning Manager I to support the Innovation Program Office. The role is hybrid, with an average 2 days per week in an HPE office, and regular interaction with multiple business units.

The candidate will help assess new innovation sources, conduct market research, and prepare materials for senior leaders. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, math, finance, economics or related analytical field.
• Active pursuit of an MBA from a well-known university or business school.
• 2–3+ years in technology-related roles or corporate strategy and development.
• Strong curiosity and passion for technology startups and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in strategic business development projects and analyze market trends.
• Support due diligence, research, and landscape mapping for new opportunities.
• Develop concise narratives and present findings to senior leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various initiatives and milestones.
• Assist with day-to-day operations and project execution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Excel

PowerPoint

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM/analytical field

MBA enrolling from a recognized school

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

HPE Labs - Business Planning Manager I

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

The Innovation Program Office at HPE Labs is seeking a Innovation associate to help us assess new potential sources of innovation, investigate and validate new technologies, develop and maintain a strategic points of view critical to HPE's market position, and support our internal operations. As a key member of the team, the candidate can expect to be fully allocated to HPE's Innovation Program Office while regularly interfacing with all other HPE Business Units.

This is a full-time role based out of the San Francisco Bay Area, though a remote role will be considered for exceptional candidates.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in strategic business development projects, analyze market trends, and contribute to the development of business strategies relevant to HPE's Innovation Program Office.
• Support due diligence activities with primary and secondary research (e.g., engaging with BU counterparts, conducting market research and competitive analysis, building market maps and landscapes, gathering industry intelligence, etc.).
• Study pitch decks, product briefs, white papers, and other external materials from startups and analyze how those solutions might complement HPE's solutions.
• Develop and present materials that summarize your findings into clear and concise narratives consumable for senior business leaders.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of key projects, including milestone tracking and risk management.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, marketing, sales) on various initiatives and projects.
• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks as needed.
• Participate in periodic reviews to share updates and incorporate feedback on assigned projects/initiatives.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree complemented by a background in science, technology, engineering, math, finance, economics, or other analytical fields from a rigorous, top-tier academic institution.
• An active student currently pursuing a Master's in Business Administration from a well-known, highly regarded university or business school.
• 2-3+ years of work experience at a technology company, a technology startup, a venture capital or private equity firm focused on technology investing, a technology investment bank, at a technology consulting firm, or in corporate strategy and development.
• A strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for innovation and tech startups, especially in spaces relevant to HPE's enterprise technology portfolio (hardware, software, cloud, edge, data, AI/ML, networking, storage, compute, cybersecurity, silicon, quantum).
• A desire and drive to learn more about the tech innovation ecosystem, tech startups, entrepreneurship, how large publicly traded companies remain innovative, and the venture capital industry.
• Well-developed interpersonal, social, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfort presenting to internal and external audiences, especially ones containing multiple levels of seniority.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify key issues, and develop creative solutions.
• Aptitude for strategic thinking and the ability to formulate concrete recommendations.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Time management skills and working with strict deadlines.
• An intimate familiarity with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while simultaneously handling multiple projects involving a variety of different teams and functional groups.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in strategic business development projects, analyze market trends, and contribute to the development of business strategies.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather industry intelligence to inform business decisions.
• Analyze complex datasets, generate insights, and provide data-driven recommendations to improve business performance and achieve strategic goals.