Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
With the Software Networking portfolio leadership team, develop and refine our strategic vision and plan alignment with business objectives and market dynamics
– Collaborate with the Leadership Team to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and Initiatives across the product teams and our cross-functional peer groups
– Facilitate the Annual fall and spring planning cycl
– Lead cross-functional teams in conducting strategic analysis, market research, and competitive assessments to identify emerging trends, threats and opportunities
– Provide thought leadership and guidance on new in-organic opportunities in the areas of software networking, cloud, automation and AI
– Monitor emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to inform strategic decision-making and innovation efforts
– Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation by championing new ideas, processes, and approaches
– Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including industry experts, investors, and strategic partners, to stay abreast of market developments.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Extensive experience in corporate development, management consulting, or investment banking related to technology businesses
• Proven track record working as part of a leadership team, capable of building open, candid and respectful stakeholder relationships through which to drive impactful change.
• Operated and influenced comfortably from C-suite to grassroots level of the organization, adapting style and approach to suit the situation.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mindset, capable of driving change to proactively influence our ambitious business goals.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and adapt to market trends within our industry, including competitive threats, to position the portfolio for long-term success

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
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