Strategy Planning Principal

Title: Strategy Planning Principal

Location: United States

Job Description:

Company: Federal Express Corporation

Category: Professional

Employment Type: Full Time

Worker Sub-Type: Regular Remote Worker

Remote: Yes

Location:

Remote

3660 Hacks Cross Road, Memphis, TN 38125, United States

Job Summary:

Under limited supervision, provides leadership in the development of the organization's strategic plan(s). Conducts environmental scans, organizational positioning analyses and other studies. Develops concepts into strategies Including quantitative analyses and recommendations; screens plans for strategic fit, feasibility and profitability prior to presentation to senior management. Coordinates input from all major business units to facilitate the Integration of individual business unit plans, best practices and global and multi-discipline perspectives. Conducts external research and quantitative analysis as required. Identifies, researches, analyzes and makes recommendations to support the organization's growth objectives.

Job Specific Details:

  • This position will be responsible for:
  • Research federal cybersecurity policies and practices and understand the impact to FedEx of pending legal or change could impact FedEx.
  • Track federal policy developments to better support FedEx cybersecurity initiatives and recommend (if any) next steps.
  • Develop systems for tracking interactions with stakeholders, and ensure regular cadence of communication where needed.
  • Maintain a library of bills and policies related to cybersecurity and collaborate with FedEx Government Affairs to maintain sources to guide our impact projections.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor and leader for public policy position development for cyber security/resiliency issues, including topics such as federal privacy regulations, collaboration of federal governmental agencies and entities.
  • Actively participate in trade association working groups related to the development of cyber policy.
  • Represent FedEx in external forums to discuss cyber policy positions and perspectives.
  • Partner with leaders within Government Affairs and legal to develop public policy positions.
  • Identify issues, develop policy positions in a collaborative manner and report on progress.
  • Represent and advocate for the company’s cybersecurity policy positions on issues affecting our strategy and posture, leveraging existing lobbying practices.
  • Identify, anticipate, and advise on political and legislative developments, risks and opportunities in cybersecurity, in concert with internal government affairs team.
  • Knowledge/Skills Considered a Plus:
  • Develops and vets strategic initiatives by conducting quantitative analysis, research, and risk assessment; presents recommendations to senior management.
  • Steers strategic business initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Coordinates input from across the enterprise to integrate business plans, best practices, and global perspectives.
  • Leads and facilitates high-stakes meetings and workshops with meticulous planning.
  • Provides hands-on support and expert advice to leadership to transform ideas into reality and enhance team efficiency.
  • Establishes key performance indicators to measure and improve organizational performance.
  • Acts on behalf of the CISO – Chief of Staff to manage inquiries and complete special projects with skillful oversight.
  • Pinpoints and addresses core issues within business processes, identifying areas for improvement and making actionable recommendations.
  • Exceptional writing skills, include ability to synthesize policy documents and complex issues for internal and external customers.
  • Strong analytical skills, including ability to understand how legislative and regulatory proposals may impact FedEx.
  • Excellent research skills, including ability to find new sources of information (e.g. data points) to support policy positions.
  • Demonstrated capacity to undertake policy development and developing position papers and formal submissions for government agencies.
  • A keen understanding of Congress, the Administration, federal agencies and key players.
  • Self-starter, intrinsically motivated; excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, business administration or equivalent.

Minimum Experience

Five (5) or more years equivalent work experience in information technology or business environment including project management, quantitative analysis, forecasting, process improvement or market/competitive analysis.

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