VP, Strategic Roadmap & Program Optimization

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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.
If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!
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Job Summary
The Vice President, Strategic Roadmap and Program Optimization is responsible for leading the successful execution and optimization of the company's strategic programs. This role oversees the end-to-end program enablement process, from plotting committed timelines and milestones to resource allocation and system readiness. The VP will work cross-functionally to evaluate the revenue, efficiency, and investment of each project, track weekly progress, and ensure alignment with business goals. This individual will also assess the performance of launched programs against initial expectations, ensuring accountability across the organization and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities

• The Vice President will oversee all elements of the strategic program enablement process, including the cross-functional evaluation of weekly progress, the evaluation of program revenue and efficiency, and providing recommendations to executive and senior leadership on the prioritization for all approved strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the development and tracking of key project milestones, committed delivery dates, and required resources to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.
• Coach cross-functional teams to identify and deploy the systems, tools, and infrastructure needed for successful project execution.
• Provide feedback and clear visibility to the CTIO and other executive leaders on project timelines, risks, and performance metrics with weekly updates.
• Determine prioritization of strategic programs dependent on budget and quarterly KPIs; guide business leadership to drive decisions on changes to program roadmap.
• Continuously assess the financial and operation impact of each project, including revenue potential, cost efficiency, and required investment. Utilize data from these analyses to provide informed feedback and recommendations.
• Conduct impact analyses for each new incoming project, working closely with business leadership to evaluate tradeoffs, risks, and prioritization.
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of portfolio managers.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and reviews to ensure that strategic programs are on track and aligned with broader business goals; determine appropriate business trade-offs and navigate difficult negotiation conversations with senior leadership.
• Provide recommendations to business leaders real-time regarding program impact, complexity, and return on investment.
• Develop an impact analysis framework to guide decision-making and optimal resource allocation across the portfolio.
• Analyze performance against initial business expectations, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive accountability across the business by establishing a data-driven approach to tracking program outcomes and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Report on detailed performance assessments to the CTIO and Senior Leadership, highlighting successes, challenges, and actionable insights for future programs.

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Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of post-graduate experience in program management, strategic planning, or portfolio management
• Master's in Business Administration is highly preferred
• Previous experience working in finance, FP&A, or strategic planning office preferred
• Prior experience in technology enablement/roadmap development preferred
• Demonstrated success in leading complex, cross-functional programs with a focus on financial optimization and strategic impact
• Strong understanding of program enablement frameworks, financial modeling, and data-driven decision making
• Experience working with C-level executives and driving accountability through data and performance metrics
• Ability to lead and influence teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.
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This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. Salary ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $178,500.00 - $255,000.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.
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