Job Overview Strategy \& Operations Lead
What You'll Do
- Partnership Management: from researching and identifying potential partners, to contract negotiation (or re-negotiation), through to ongoing relationship management.
- Analysis, Forecasting and Reporting: to support strategic planning, partnership negotiations, and initiative prioritization.
- Project Management: Oversee and execute on cross-functional initiatives in support of Applied Pay's strategic priorities.
- GTM Support: Support the development of pitch decks, collaborate with RevOps and Sales Enablement to set up sales teams for success when selling Applied Pay products.
- Process Optimization: Define and optimize go-to-market and partnership processes.
What You'll Need To Succeed
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Can work hybrid, from an Applied Systems office in Chicago
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Ability to travel up to 20%
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5+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, partnership management, business strategy, venture capital, private equity, or corporate advisory.
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Expertise working in the payments and/or insurance industries
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Deep experience in data analysis, financial modeling and forecasting.
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Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
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Excellent organization skills, and the ability to manage a variety of initiatives / priorities at the same time
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Experience navigating ambiguity and adding structure to complex problems
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or computer science
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We proudly support and encourage people with military experience, as well as military spouses, to apply.
What You'll Gain
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Health insurance plans, dental, and vision
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Wellness incentives
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401(k) and/or RRSP retirement savings plans with employer match.
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Competitive paid vacation time and a free day for your birthday
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Personal/sick time
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Paid holidays
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Flex Time
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Paid parental leave (U.S. candidates)
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Volunteer time off
What We Value
Who We Are
It's an exciting time at Applied. You can do big things here, in an environment that supports creative thinking and bold ideas. Visit http://www.AppliedSystems.com for more information on how you can challenge what's possible. EEO Statement
