Experienced Business Planning Principal – Google Cloud Business Strategy and Innovation Leader

Introduction to Google and the Role

Imagine being part of a vibrant community that is shaping the future of technology and innovation. At Google, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible and making a meaningful impact on people's lives. We're now seeking an experienced Business Planning Principal to join our team and drive business growth, strategy, and innovation across Google Cloud products and customer segments. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who share your passion for technology, business, and innovation.

Job Overview

As a Business Planning Principal, you will play a key role in driving business productivity, customer engagement experience, and generation strategies across Google Cloud products and customer segments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, marketing, partner strategy, pricing, finance, legal, sales operations, and business strategy teams, to identify opportunities to streamline specific projects and other business issues to improve customer experience and create competitive advantage. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future growth and success of Google Cloud.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth, revenue, and customer engagement across Google Cloud products and customer segments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to streamline specific projects and other business issues to improve customer experience and create competitive advantage
• Communicate and influence leaders across various groups to drive business decisions and outcomes
• Analyze business cases to support non-standard procedures and determine the right to use non-standard products
• Modify specific procedures (SSTs) and review approved product usage rights/restrictions for AI products across products and business groups
• Ensure ongoing review of new product use rights and OHS, including additions, modifications, or deletions
• Support the design of product usage patterns during the launch process and contribute to the core business planning process to evaluate goals for non-standard processes
• Review and expand the business process structure and review beyond the product process to include legal/non-legal processes and also support broader business issues to include legal/non-legal areas added to the law beyond the product system based on broad coordination between parties group

Qualifications and Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong educational background, combined with relevant work experience in business planning, strategic consulting, marketing strategy, or similar fields. The ideal candidate will have:

• A Master's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Science, Technology, or Engineering, or relevant experience
• At least 4 years of experience in business planning, strategic consulting, marketing strategy, or similar fields
• At least 3 years of experience in the field of cloud/IT services
• Knowledge of cloud/IT infrastructure technology
• Ability to work with seniors in product, finance, and marketing/sales
• Ability to work in the product/sales department on initiatives related to technology business generation and marketing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• An MBA or Master's Degree in Management, Science, Technology, or Engineering
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex business issues and develop creative solutions
• Excellent leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate and influence leaders across various groups
• Strong business acumen, with a deep understanding of business operations, finance, and marketing

Skills and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a range of skills and competencies, including:

• Strong business planning and strategy development skills
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Career Growth and Learning Opportunities

At Google, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Business Planning Principal, you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including:

• Professional development programs and training
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects and initiatives
• Collaboration with talented professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Google, we're proud of our vibrant and inclusive company culture. Our employees are passionate about their work and are committed to making a positive impact on the world. As a Business Planning Principal, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our work environment is designed to foster productivity, creativity, and well-being, with amenities such as:

• State-of-the-art offices and facilities
• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs
• Opportunities to participate in company-sponsored events and activities

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, as well as a range of benefits and perks, including:

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs
• Retirement savings plans and matching programs
• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options
• Opportunities to participate in company-sponsored events and activities
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools

Conclusion

If you're a motivated and experienced business planning professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Business Planning Principal at Google, you will have the chance to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to the growth and success of our business. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our team and shape the future of technology and innovation. Apply today and let's build the future together!