Sr. Manager - Portfolio & Strategy - Digital Velocity

Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
* Job Summary
* This strategic role will focus on developing and executing go-to-market initiatives that drive growth across our data services portfolio. The Strategy Manager will lead vendor relationship management, curate and evolve strategic offerings, and act as a cross-functional liaison between sales, operations, marketing, and enablement teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a passion for data and analytics, and is energized by connecting strategy to execution.
* What you will do:
* Key Responsibilities:
* Vendor Relationship Management
* Manage and grow relationships with strategic data and analytics vendors
* Drive alignment on joint solutions, marketing efforts, and certifications
* Offering Development:
* Curate and refine strategic services offerings based on market trends and customer feedback
* Collaborate with delivery and sales teams to ensure offerings are scalable and relevant
* Cross-Functional Collaboration:
* Network across CDW's sales, technical, and operational teams to drive awareness and adoption
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with business priorities
* Enablement & Education:
* Lead internal enablement initiatives, including content creation, field training, and sales readiness
* Support external customer education strategies and engagement
* Marketing & Events:
* Partner with the marketing team to promote offerings through events, campaigns, and thought leadership
* Represent the practice at key conferences, webinars, and industry engagements
* What we expect of you:
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience.
* Five years minimum supervisory experience.
* 7+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, or vendor management within the data and analytics space
* Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
* Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to effectively collaborate with others.
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written
* Strong listening, negotiation, and closing skills.
* Strong information monitoring and analysis as well as comprehension of business metrics
* Powerful decision-making skills
* Ability to plan, organize, and drive for results.
* Demonstrated performance and talent management.
* Ability to communicate and facilitate change.
* Ability to effectively communicate and present on related security topics at industry conferences.
* Five years' experience with various emerging technologies
* Strong understanding of data platforms, governance, and AI-enablement strategies
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Experience working in matrixed environments and cross-functional teams
* Self-starter with a strong bias for action and ability to influence without direct authority Pay range: $120,000 - $164,800 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.