Strategy & Planning Manager - Campus and Branch Networking (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 173,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Flexible vacation

Holidays & wellness PTO

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Strategy & Planning Manager - Campus and Branch Networking to join our leadership team. This role drives strategic planning and program execution for executive customer engagement and priority initiatives.

Location: Remote. Compensation: $173,400 – $231,800 annually. You will partner with senior leaders, synthesize data, and translate complex challenges into actionable plans in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in strategy or program management
• Experience managing cross-functional programs with senior executives
• Ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop actionable recommendations
• Skilled in data analysis using Excel and BI tools
• Experience preparing executive briefings and influencing stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Own the executive customer engagement program for priority accounts
• Develop executive briefings, agendas, and preparation materials for customer engagements
• Track commitments and follow-up actions from customer meetings to ensure completion
• Lead strategic initiatives identified by the Chief of Staff, structuring challenges into actionable plans
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to ensure cohesive execution of initiatives
• Create repeatable templates and tracking mechanisms to enhance operational efficiency
• Synthesize data into clear communication materials for senior leadership

Skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder influence

Data synthesis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Excel

BI tools

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Strategy & Planning Manager - Campus and Branch Networking to join the team of a leader in the Telecommunications & Hardware space.

This role will lead strategic planning and program execution in support of executive customer engagement and priority initiatives across the business. You will partner closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to turn complex, ambiguous challenges into clear action plans and measurable outcomes. The position requires strong executive communication skills, disciplined tracking of commitments, and the ability to create scalable tools and processes that improve operational efficiency. It is well suited for a candidate who can synthesize data, influence stakeholders, and help drive coordinated execution in a fast-moving environment.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $173,400 – $231,800 annually

Responsibilities

• Own the executive customer engagement program for priority accounts
• Develop executive briefings, agendas, and preparation materials for customer engagements
• Track commitments and follow-up actions from customer meetings to ensure completion
• Lead strategic initiatives identified by the Chief of Staff, structuring challenges into actionable plans
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to ensure cohesive execution of initiatives
• Create repeatable templates and tracking mechanisms to enhance operational efficiency
• Synthesize data into clear communication materials for senior leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, or Master's with 6 years, or PhD with 3 years in strategy, program management, or related fields
• Proven experience managing cross-functional programs with senior executives
• Ability to structure ambiguous business problems and develop actionable recommendations
• Skilled in analyzing data using Excel and business intelligence tools
• Experience preparing executive briefings and influencing stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Paid parental leave and disability coverage
• Flexible vacation time for exempt employees
• Paid time off for holidays, personal wellness, and volunteer days

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.