Cox2M, a startup Internet of Things (IoT) business line established within Cox Communications in 2018, is now hiring for a Senior Strategy & Analysis Lead (Manager).

At Cox2M, our mission is to unleash the true potential of a connected world by enabling frictionless interactions between people and things. We create complete asset tracking and monitoring solutions, giving businesses and communities the data and tools they need to improve processes, realize operational efficiencies, and deliver better experiences to customers and residents. We're a dynamic team of professional intrapreneurs who are passionate about solving customer needs using disruptive technologies. If that sounds like you, come help us achieve our ambitious goals!

About the job:

As the Senior Strategy & Analysis Lead, Cox2M , you will think about the big picture and then help translate that to actionable recommendations. You will engage on a diverse set of topics providing the strategic fact base and insight required for the effective building and steering of the Cox2M business. You will work closely with the business leadership team of each of our verticals and in the Cox2M Growth Management office, which oversees and supports the execution of all Cox2M workstreams and business lines. You will assist with shaping the Cox2M strategic roadmap, improving business processes, and ensuring the Cox2M business hits growth milestones.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Support the creation of Cox2M strategic roadmap and help shape the direction of the entire Cox2M venture. Research trends, emerging technologies, competitors, and potential business partners in order to understand the implications of these market dynamics and recommend a course of action
• Collaborate with the leadership in Cox2M's business lines to help define and shape their strategic roadmaps. Help make the vision concrete and actionable, identifying prioritized initiatives that will drive toward the vision
• Partner with others in Cox2M (e.g., market intelligence) and manage the contributions of multiple stakeholders to ensure cohesive, comprehensive, and timely completion of projects
• Collaborate with Finance / Biz Ops to create financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations. At times, lead this modeling without the support of Finance / Biz Ops
• Lead analyses and develop meaningful recommendations on new business opportunities, strategic positioning, or progress of existing products and services
• Develop and maintain detailed analytical models to support financial, technical, and operational decisions regarding day-to-day operations and near-, mid-, and long-term initiatives
• Create analyses, fact base, white papers, and presentations that increase the Cox2M business exposure with both internal and external contributors and decision makers
• Support from time to time the operations, product, and sales teams by creating frameworks and processes to help them answer key questions or improve efficiency / effectiveness
• Partner with business owners and high-level stakeholders within Cox2M, and regularly interact with senior stakeholders beyond Cox2M as well
  

Qualifications

Minimum

• BS/BA in a related discipline (e.g., Strategy, Business, Finance, Marketing, etc.) plus 6+ years of experience analyzing and trying to solve complex business problems; or 4+ years with an advanced degree; 10+ years of experience in lieu of a formal degree
• Proven track record of analyzing complex or nebulous situations, then delivering actionable recommendations - and potentially supporting them on a longer-term basis
• Demonstrated success working on multiple workstreams and topics at the same time and pushing to get things done, at times with limited information
• Comfort reaching out and securing engagement of multiple team members and senior leaders for information, brainstorming, or guidance
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and collaborative skills and commitment to develop further skills and work effectively with teams throughout organization
• Natural curiosity and tendency to question the status quo, combined with proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated rigor. Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, and appetite to learn and implement new tools
  

Preferred

• Prior experience working at an early stage or growth stage startup
• Prior experience working in a large corporate environment
• Prior experience working for a top tier management consulting firm, investment bank, or equity research firm
• Financial modeling experience
  

At Cox Communications, our employees are our most important resource. To demonstrate the value we place in our employees, we offer:

• Generous benefits to include healthcare day one, paid time off and 401(k) matching
• Career development programs and ongoing training, including tuition reimbursement
• Future career growth and promotional opportunities
• Mentoring and training programs
• Commitment to our communities through employee volunteer opportunities
  

Who We Are

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

About Cox

We are the Cox family of businesses. We've been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us. Our primary divisions - Cox Communications and Cox Automotive - are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators. We're also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation. We're looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you'll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com.

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today!

About Cox

Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.