Manager- Business Strategy Imaging & Printing Group

HP is a leading global provider of products, technologies, solutions and services to consumers and business. The company's offerings span IT infrastructure, personal computing and access devices, global services, and imaging and printing. Our $4 billion annual R&D investment fuels the invention of products, solutions and new technologies so we can better serve customers and enter new markets. We invent, engineer and deliver technology solutions that drive business value, create social value and improve the lives of our customers.Come join Hewlett-Packard, the founder of Silicon Valley and leader in nearly every major market in which it competes. We are looking for highly talented people to join the Business Strategy team at HP’s Imaging and Printing Group (IPG) business. Lead and participate within IPG’s high-impact Business Strategy team where your superior analytic and communications skills will be challenged to deliver data-driven, insightful recommendations against IPG's highest priority opportunities.  Leverage your experience in management consulting or prior corporate/business strategy background to help IPG's senior executives make sound and timely decisions. You will join a team that is a ‘meritocracy’ that appeals to, and rewards, high achievers. Your success breeds success, as your network of contacts will become the “who’s-who” across IPG’s executive ranks - making presentations to senior IPG Executives (VP and above).  Your success paves the way for entry into one of IPG’s businesses, or promotion inside IPG Business Strategy.  Your relentless focus on results drives others to a higher level of output and quality of work. You want to lead, and make a difference.   RESPONSIBILITIES The Manager, Business Strategy (IPG) will:  Lead and support pan-IPG initiatives spanning growth strategy and operational excellence based on analysis of industry trends, competitive threats, expansion opportunities and internal performance Work closely with senior executives in developing IPG’s portfolio and business strategy, and associated M&A roadmap Support Business Planning teams in cascading business strategy into Business Unit and Regional operational plans Help craft communication of IPG’s portfolio and business strategy to various stakeholders (Employees, Corporate, Board, Investors) Work and lead in a team environment both within the IPG Business Strategy team and with business unit partners/customers  When IPG Business Strategy is involved in supporting select business initiatives, the Manager, Business Strategy (IPG) will:  Lead the structuring, planning, and execution of the initiative Deliver analytically rigorous and data-driven insights that help IPG executives make strategic decisions and drive business prioritization Excellent financial acumen with the ability to "connect the dots" between business strategy/initiatives, operational plans and financial performance Proven facilitator and communicator that has the ability to lead groups at all levels through complex problems with confidence and clarity Work collaboratively across organizations to help secure the commitment for cross-company efforts and fully leverage IPG's assets MBA, or demonstrable equivalent; 3-5 Years Pre- or post-MBA advisory or consulting experience at a leading strategy consulting firm or the strategy and corporate development function within a Fortune 500 company. Superior analytical skills and strong financial modeling capabilities — you know how to interpret data for executives, and focus subordinates to produce good results Quantifiable results of leading business strategy projects at a corporate/business level; demonstrated ability to deliver results with large-scale, cross-functional teams Exceptional project management skills Superior communications (written/verbal), presentation and facilitation skills You have achieved team leadership responsibility, or; Leading the strategy and corporate development function within a Fortune 500 company. Solid references that can quantify your results and leadership abilities. Expertise in information technology and industries in which HP competes © 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The Hewlett-Packard Company is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to workforce diversity.