Cisco · 3 days ago
Leader, Business Architecture (Hybrid)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $230K/yr
15+ years expCisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. The Component Supply Chain Business Architect Leader will play a vital role in aligning business strategy with technology solutions, leading a team to enhance supply chain efficiency and productivity through strategic business transformations.
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Responsibilities
Defining the transformation roadmap for Component Supply Chain: Aligning across business leaders to prioritize transformation scope
Designing and implementing end-to-end supply chain transformations: Crafting strategies that optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and drive business value
Using data to inform decisions: Applying advanced analytics to uncover insights, predict trends, and optimize supply chain performance
Shaping the future of technology: Contributing to the evolution of Cisco's component supply chain, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of innovation in an AI driven world
Lead and develop the Business Architecture team to support strategic alignment and transformation initiatives
Translate business strategy into actionable plans and measurable outcomes
Mentor and coach team members to build skills in business architecture methodologies and tools
Define, communicate, and maintain business capability models, business process flows, and transformation roadmaps
Partner with collaborators to prioritize business capabilities and transformation initiatives that drive value and competitive advantage
Establish governance and metrics to supervise progress and impact of business architecture activities
Facilitate workshops and design thinking sessions to identify business challenges and develop innovative solutions
Support continuous improvement by finding opportunities to optimize business processes and capabilities
Qualification
Required
15 + years semiconductor experience in three of the following domains (Product Operations, Sourcing, Planning, Manufacturing, Fulfillment, Forward & Reverse Logistics, Quality, Inventory Management, Order Management)
5+ years of experience in business architecture, business transformation or related field driving large transformation programs
3+ years of experience managing teams
Good experience in business process design, flow, and optimization
Solid understanding of semiconductor supply chain, supply chain dynamics, and industry-specific technologies
Experience in leading systems implementations and/or integrations
Experience using Six Sigma methods to tackle problems and optimize business processes
Expert proficiency in communication and facilitation at a working and executive level
Experience in Project Management, Waterfall, & Agile Methodologies
Preferred
Experience in developing and deploying Generative AI, Agentic AI, and/or ML tools
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
10001+ employees
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Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
Chief Technology Officer - Cisco System Australia/New Zealand
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