Strategic Network Planner – Branch & ATM Expansion

Simmons Bank; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Bank in Houston, TX seeks a Network Planning Manager to lead strategy and execution for optimizing the retail branch and ATM network. You will ensure the bank's physical footprint aligns with growth opportunities, client demand, and market potential to maximize profitability and customer acquisition.

Responsibilities include multi-year network strategy, ROI analysis, site selection, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Retail, and Strategy teams to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in strategy, finance, consulting, retail banking, or network planning.
• Experience with branch or retail network optimization preferred.
• Experience with capital planning or investment prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year retail network strategy for branches and ATM.
• Analyze market data, demographics, and performance trends for expansion opportunities.
• Collaborate with Finance, Retail, and Strategy on ROI and business cases.
• Lead site selection, relocation planning, and optimization initiatives.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities within the network.
• Monitor branch and ATM performance metrics to guide decisions.
• Support transformation toward a sales and relationship-focused model.
• Align network strategy with growth priorities for small business and deposits.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

ROI analysis

Market analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Executive communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

GIS platforms

Power BI

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Simmons Bank in Houston, TX seeks a Network Planning Manager to lead strategy and execution for optimizing the retail branch and ATM network. You will ensure the bank's physical footprint aligns with growth opportunities, client demand, and market potential to maximize profitability and customer acquisition.

Responsibilities include multi-year network strategy, ROI analysis, site selection, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Retail, and Strategy teams to support