Senior Director, AI Growth & BD Strategy (Hybrid)

Verizon; Irving (TX); Hybride; USD 184 000 - 352 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Verizon is seeking a Sr Director - Business Development and Strategy for the AI Connect program. This leadership role shapes the unit's strategic direction and drives high-growth BD initiatives, reporting to the VP of BD and Strategy & Growth.

You'll steer from initial strategy through rigorous execution across infrastructure plays and partnerships. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage OKRs, and guide a ~250-person organization through phased evolution, balancing strategic impact with

Qualifications

• Senior-level leadership with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Executive-level experience in business development, corporate strategy, finance, and operations.
• Strong strategic program management and cross-functional governance.
• Ability to drive large-scale initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Define and drive the overarching program strategy and BD initiatives for the AI Connect unit.
• Lead market development across core infrastructure plays (Edge Data Centers, Dark Fiber, Wave technologies).
• Manage organizational maturity, planning, and phased evolution from build to scale.
• Direct next-generation AI and agentic strategy innovation for growth opportunities.
• Drive GTM partnerships delivering substantial run-rate revenue and de-risk supply chain.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution with Legal, Sourcing, Real Estate, Regulatory, and Product.

Connaissances

Strategic leadership

Executive leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Growth mindset

Business development

Finance & operations

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Description du poste

Verizon is seeking a Sr Director - Business Development and Strategy for the AI Connect program. This leadership role shapes the unit's strategic direction and drives high-growth BD initiatives, reporting to the VP of BD and Strategy & Growth.

You'll steer from initial strategy through rigorous execution across infrastructure plays and partnerships. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage OKRs, and guide a ~250-person organization through phased evolution, balancing strategic impact with