Director of Corporate Strategy

Job description

At Hewlett Packard Enterprise, we bring together the brightest minds to create breakthrough technology solutions that advance the way people live and work. What sets us apart? Our people and our relentless dedication to helping our customers make their mark on the world.

We are a team of doers, dreamers and visionaries; inspired by our purpose and driven by our strategy. We live by our three values: partner, innovate and act.

Our legacy inspires us as we forge ahead, always pushing to discover what's next. Every day is a new opportunity to advance and grow ourselves, our company and the industry. Some people call it an obsession, we call it a way of life.

What you need to know about the job

Job ID: Date Posted: 10/7/2021 Primary Location: San Jose, California Other Locations: San Francisco, California, United States of America Job Category: Business Planning Schedule: Full time Shift: No shift premium (United States of America)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise advances the way people live and work. We bring together the brightest minds to create breakthrough technology solutions, helping our customers make their mark on the world.

Reporting to HPE's Vice President of Corporate Strategy, the Director of Corporate Strategy will focus on enhancing the overall strategy for one or more of our key business units.

How you'll make your mark:

* Quickly develop an in-depth understanding of the business and focus on issues ranging from organic growth, M&A, go-to-market, customer experience, cost reduction and operational efficiency.
* Build a trust-advisory relationship with the business leadership team and develop strategic recommendations for improving and evolving the business.
* Work across company leadership to gain buy-in and drive implementation of strategic recommendations, while serving as a strategic thought partner to his leadership and the executive team.
* Manage engagements ranging from longer-term opportunities and threats, to tactical projects that support immediate business objectives and priorities.

Responsibilities:

Advising Growth and Profitability Strategy

* Provides strategic advice to senior executive management regarding overall targeted growth and operational efficiency
* Provides ongoing strategic guidance to plan and manage growth of business unit revenues and market share.
* Facilitates senior level discussions around organic and inorganic growth options, and plays an active role in guiding transactions to a successful close.
* Designs and develops business models and market strategies that increase organizational effectiveness.
* Drives operational efficiency initiatives that improve business unit profitability

Providing Thought & Team Leadership

* Demonstrates innovative thought leadership by advising Senior Director, VP, SVP and EVP-level executives as appropriate.
* Creates a performance driven culture that positions the Corporate Strategy team as a trusted partner across HPE
* Influences C-level and senior executives on a wide range of business issues, including risk management and implementation tactics.
* Provides strong leadership, develops clear goals, mentors and coaches junior team members and manages / drives change.

Applying Financial Rigor

* Develops financially sound, executable, data-driven business strategies that increase shareholder value.
* Supports HPE and business unit leadership team decision making with rigorous financial analysis and modelling.

Qualifications / Candidate Profile

* Undergraduate degree and MBA (or equivalent) required, preferably from a top 10 program
* Engineering experience preferred
* Extensive experience at a top 3 strategy consulting firm required
* 7+ years of results-oriented strategy experience, with an ability to articulate a global vision for the organization
* 5+ years of experience managing, motivating and retaining a high-performance team
* Demonstrated ability to build relationships at the senior executive level, and manage complex cross-functional initiatives with minimal direction
* Experience working with enterprise technology organizations, either as a strategic advisor or in an internal strategy function
* Strong understanding of the broader technology landscape
* Operational background and demonstrated success in leading complex projects and programs across multiple business models and global business units
* Proven track record of translating high level strategy into actionable operational plans
* Passion for catalyzing and driving change, and the skills to develop and drive strategic initiatives across all facets of HPE's enterprise businesses
* Ability to articulate & convey important messages in a clear and compelling manner

What we can offer you:

* Extensive benefits, a competitive salary and participation in the shared values and purpose that make Hewlett Packard Enterprise one of the worlds most attractive employers! At HPE, our goal is to provide equal opportunities, flexible work-life balance, and constantly evolving career growth.

* If you are looking for challenges in an exciting, supportive and international work environment, then we definitely want to hear from you. Continue the conversation by clicking apply now below, or directly via our Careers Portal at

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HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global diverse team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together

This role has been designated as 'Office', which means you will primarily work from an HPE office.

HPE is an equal opportunity employer/Female/Minority/Individual with Disabilities/Protected Veteran Status