Strategy Manager

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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We are currently looking for a Strategy Manager to join our growing team! In this role, you will accelerate value creation from existing initiatives via deep analytical skills/strategic problem-solving to remove roadblocks/establish enablers and define incremental initiatives to bridge value gaps.

As a Strategy Manager, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Initiative accelerants
  • Identify gaps between existing transformation initiatives and budget / long-range plan targets
  • Diagnose major roadblocks to initiatives, find root causes and design plans to address
• Cross-departmental Initiative Enablers
  • Partner with initiative owners to understand success factors and critical enablers
  • Identify and establish cross-initiative, organization-level enablers (e.g., change management, analytics)
• Incremental Initiatives
  • Identify opportunities, over and above current initiatives, to realize and surpass annual targets
  • Validate, quantify, and define implementation plan before handing over execution to an initiative lead
• Program strategic review
  • Risk assessment of the overall value creation plan
  • Proactively identify ways to continuously improve existing transformation program and to mitigate its risks

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Required experience
  • 5+ years of experience in a top tier strategy consulting firm
  • 8+ years of relevant experience and career progression
• Structured problem solving & strong analytical skills
  • Structure ambiguous problems and take action to solve them
  • Synthesize clear takeaways from complex information into clear takeaways and recommendations using both qualitative and quantitative methods
  • Provide actionable insights and modeling to improve strategy and performance
  • Develop dashboards, executive summaries, and weekly/monthly reports to measure against KPIs and market dynamics
  • Create models capturing the value proposition that drives clear ROI to customers and businesses
  • Ability to navigate ambiguous problem contexts and identify relevant issues/resolutions through a structured process
  • Excellent quantitative skills and data driven decision making capabilities
• Strong analytical toolset
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical analysis.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
  • Strong understanding of SQL and database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
  • Knowledge of machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Proven experience in complex programmatic change leadership, with the ability to run multiple transformational programs simultaneously and deliver high-quality results and business value
  • Strong executive communication / presence
    • Ability to clearly articulate insights (verbal & written)
    • Prepare comprehensive reports in coordination with the rest of the Transformation team and presentations summarizing the status of transformation initiatives, including key milestones, achievements, and challenges
    • Present findings to senior leadership and stakeholders, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement
  • Unwavering focus on results while creating strong relationships
    • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
  • Track-record of academic rigor
    • Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field at a leading university

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Telecom experience
  • Understands wireline telco financials and drivers
  • Familiar with telco operations and associated KPIs
  • Understanding of US fiber market

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WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Inclusion and belonging are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected] to initiate the accommodations process. 

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• Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents
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