Lenovo · 3 hours ago
Head of Strategy and Operations
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $165K/yr
8+ years expLenovo is a global technology powerhouse focused on delivering smarter technology for all. The Head of Strategy and Operations will orchestrate global marketing operations, lead strategic planning cycles, and ensure operational rigor across a highly matrixed organization.
ComputerConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsHardwareMobileWearables
Responsibilities
OWN — Strategic Calendar Initiative Portfolio
Ownthe integratedGlobal Marketing Master Calendar, including the annual rhythm of business (STAMP planning, JBP reviews, Quarterly Business Reviews)
Directthe pan-organizational project management framework for all major activation moments (e.g., CES, FIFA, F1, Tech World, Creator Summit)
Leadthe creation and final consolidation of the annualSTAMP strategic planand critical quarterly goals for the entire Global eCommerce Marketing organization
Serveas the primary point of contact for cross-functional initiatives requiring complex coordination across Product, Sales, and other Global Marketing teams
GOVERN — Operational Rigor Cross-Functional Alignment
Governthe integrity and content of the full-yearBusiness Management System (BMS), ensuring timing and content alignment across all Geo andCoEleaders
Establishandenforcethe organizational operating cadence,optimizingmeeting structures, decision-making processes, and follow-up accountability across the matrix
Overseethe development and adherence to all corePlaybooks(e.g., ContentCoE, Media Strategy) to ensure they meet global standards and are ready for Geo activation
Managethe budget tracking, financial reporting, and forecasting process for the Office of the CMO where relevant andrequired
DELIVER — Seamless Activation Executive Clarity
Deliveron-time, high-quality activation of complex, cross-functional marketing initiatives (e.g., FIFA/F1 Tentpoles) through rigorous project management and dependency mapping
Actas the strategic translator between the CMO, GlobalCoEDirectors, and Geo Marketing Leaders, ensuring clarity of mission andeliminatingorganizational friction
Provideexecutive-ready presentations and reports for the CMO's external and internal stakeholder meetings, summarizing strategic progress and operational health
Ensurecontinuous communication flow, reinforcing the organizationalstructureand mandate to maximize marketing efficiency and effectiveness
Internal:Global CMO, All GlobalCoEDirectors, Geo Marketing Leaders, Geo Sales Leadership, Global Finance, Global Product and Sales Leadership
External:Strategic Alliance Partners (as they relate to activation timelines), Key Agency Leads (for coordination)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent master's degree preferred
Minimum 8-10 years of experience in strategic planning, marketing operations, or management consulting within a large, global organization
Preferred
Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional projects (PMP certification or equivalent agile/scrum training is a plus)
Demonstrable experience working effectively within a highly matrixed sales/marketing environment
Strategic Systems Thinking: Ability to translate high-level executive vision (STAMP) into a sequential, executable operational roadmap (QAP/BMS)
Executive Communication: Exceptional ability to synthesize complex data and organizational friction points into clear, concise narratives for executive-level consumption
Project and Change Management: Expertise in driving large-scale organizational initiatives (e.g., global reorganizations, annual planning cycles) to completion against strict timelines
Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of marketing budgets, E:R models, financial forecasting, and expense tracking related to technology and operational spend
Global Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to navigate complex time zones and cultural differences to achieve alignment across Geo and Worldwide teams
Benefits
Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission.
Company
Lenovo
Lenovo Group is a computer technology company that manufactures personal computers, smartphones, televisions, and wearable devices.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.35BKey Investors
Alat
2025-01-08Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-04-01Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2017-10-03Post Ipo Equity· $500M
Leadership Team
Yang Yuanqing
Chairman & CEO
Greg Huff
CTO, CSO, and SVP of Development, Quality, and Customer Care, Infrastructure Solutions Group
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