Brightspeed

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Company Description 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. Check us out on the web! Job Description As a Senior Operations Planning Manager, you will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of strategies and related projects across the operations organization. This includes working cross functionally through all organizations including sales, marketing, operations, finance, legal, information technology, etc. You will make a significant and immediate impact leading complex, multi-disciplinary strategic projects from start to finish – working with stakeholders through strategy development, planning, evolution, execution, while working risk identification, assessment and mitigation. Position will also require effective communication with cross-functional partners across and outside the company and with executive team. Your duties and responsibilities will include: Lead the planning and implementation of organizational strategies and be accountable for execution within the defined constraints Facilitate the definition of strategy goals, tactics, and resource requirements; resolve or assist in the resolution of organizational and cross tactical conflicts Coordinate with internal and third-party resources responsible for execution of supporting strategy tactics and projects. Ensure that strategy initiatives are delivered timely, within scope and on target of strategy evolution. Manage changes and pivots to strategy scope, direction and related tactics Perform risk management to minimize strategy execution risks Provide oral and written reports and presentations to executive leaders, defining strategy status Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement strategy changes while successfully managing the relationship with the clients and all other stakeholders Create and maintain comprehensive strategy documentation Provide periodic reporting of strategy and related tactics status Monitor and report on strategy tactic expenditures Continuously improve strategy management based on lessons learned in the execution of related support tactics Recommend changes in strategy direction to improve optimization and financial result Recognize and act on new opportunities while maintaining focus on the company strategic goals Qualifications WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE Bachelor’s degree Telecom, Operations Leadership, Business, or related field 8+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross team projects 7+ years of strong technical experience, preferably in telecommunications Prior experience in Corporate Development roles Successful teamwork experience and demonstrated leadership abilities Must be able to understand, interpret, relay, and conduct technical network discussions Familiarity with communications network technology relating to engineering, construction, installation, and network monitoring and optimization Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in Telecom service delivery standards Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills Quick learner with excellent written and verbal communication and analytical problem-solving skills Solid organizational skills with attention to detail, multi-task, and cope with deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Proficient in project planning and life cycle development tools Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI #LI-RW1 Additional Information 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. For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices: Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice Department: Finance, Technology and Operations