Sr. Associate, Corporate Strategy

About NetApp

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Job Summary

 

*Commutable Distance to San Jose, CA Required - Hybrid Role*

 

NetApp is leading the way in how our customers get the most out of their data with industry-leading cloud data services, storage systems, and software. This strategy has translated into exceptional financial performance and stock price appreciation. The Corporate Strategy team works closely with NetApp’s top executives and our two business units, Storage (both on-prem and cloud) and Cloud Operations, to ensure that the company stays on its profitable growth trajectory. The team is playing an active role in some of NetApp’s boldest and most strategic decisions. 

 

As a Sr. Associate Corporate Strategy, you provide analytical support in the planning, designing, due diligence, and implementation of strategic business objectives. You are responsible for providing financial and market data analytics and developing strategy insights for discussions with the executive teams, drive corporate strategy development and management processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent communication and execution. The focus of this role is on corporate strategy development. The recommendations made by this individual have significant operational and financial impact. This individual will apply in-depth knowledge to solve broad issues that are complex in scope and help establish medium-to-long-range plans. This role will also interact with most functions of the corporation, including Finance, Sales, and Engineering.

 

Responsibilities include: 
•    Assess overall NetApp business strategy and context including: 
•    Examine market and industry landscape and dynamics 
•    Key industry and technology trends 
•    Major players and competitors 
•    Key evaluation criteria of build vs. partner vs. buy 
•    Perform research and data analysis to support the strategy development and strategy discussions 
•    Independently lead and direct cross-functional initiatives for project management and cross-functional alignment 
•    Work independently with senior executives to gain buy-in and support on project findings 
•    Develop key messages and presentations to communicate strategy messages to internal and external audiences 

Job Requirements

 

 

•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills; especially presentation skills. Good financial acumen and understanding of general financial terms of a high-tech company 
•    Excellent analytical skills and modeling experience, exposure to various analytical tools 
•    Ability to lead virtual teams and work cross-functionally 
•    Strong experience in business and strategy development, ideally in the high-tech industry 
•    Solid knowledge of the high-tech industry and related markets 
•    Tolerance of ambiguity, mature, and an excellent team player   
•    Must be able to work effectively across all levels of the organization, including up to senior management. 

Education & Qualifications

 

•    Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 - 4 years of related experience; MBA desired, but not required
•    Experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy desirable 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification. 

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Why NetApp?

In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one knows how to elevate the world’s biggest clouds like NetApp. We are data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers, partners, a