HPE Labs - Business Planning Manager I

Job Description:

The Innovation Program Office at HPE Labs is seeking a Innovation associate to help us assess new potential sources of innovation, investigate and validate new technologies, develop and maintain a strategic points of view critical to HPE’s market position, and support our internal operations. As a key member of the team, the candidate can expect to be fully allocated to HPE’s Innovation Program Office while regularly interfacing with all other HPE Business Units.

This is a full-time role based out of the San Francisco Bay Area, though a remote role will be considered for exceptional candidates.

• Assist in strategic business development projects, analyze market trends, and contribute to the development of business strategies relevant to HPE’s Innovation Program Office.

• Support due diligence activities with primary and secondary research (e.g., engaging with BU counterparts, conducting market research and competitive analysis, building market maps and landscapes, gathering industry intelligence, etc.).

• Study pitch decks, product briefs, white papers, and other external materials from startups and analyze how those solutions might complement HPE’s solutions.

• Develop and present materials that summarize your findings into clear and concise narratives consumable for senior business leaders.

• Contribute to the planning and execution of key projects, including milestone tracking and risk management.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, marketing, sales) on various initiatives and projects.

• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks as needed.

• Participate in periodic reviews to share updates and incorporate feedback on assigned projects/initiatives.

Exceptional candidates will meet most of the following criteria, while highly qualified candidates will possess more than half:

• A Bachelor’s degree complemented by a background in science, technology, engineering, math, finance, economics, or other analytical fields from a rigorous, top-tier academic institution.

• An active student currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Administration from a well-known, highly regarded university or business school.

• 2-3+ years of work experience at a technology company, a technology startup, a venture capital or private equity firm focused on technology investing, a technology investment bank, at a technology consulting firm, or in corporate strategy and development.

• A strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for innovation and tech startups, especially in spaces relevant to HPE’s enterprise technology portfolio (hardware, software, cloud, edge, data, AI/ML, networking, storage, compute, cybersecurity, silicon, quantum).

• A desire and drive to learn more about the tech innovation ecosystem, tech startups, entrepreneurship, how large publicly traded companies remain innovative, and the venture capital industry.

• Well-developed interpersonal, social, and relationship management skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Comfort presenting to internal and external audiences, especially ones containing multiple levels of seniority.

• Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify key issues, and develop creative solutions.

• Aptitude for strategic thinking and the ability to formulate concrete recommendations.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Time management skills and working with strict deadlines.

• An intimate familiarity with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work and collaborate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while simultaneously handling multiple projects involving a variety of different teams and functional groups.

• Assist in strategic business development projects, analyze market trends, and contribute to the development of business strategies.

• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather industry intelligence to inform business decisions.

• Analyze complex datasets, generate insights, and provide data-driven recommendations to improve business performance and achieve strategic goals.

• Support the planning and execution of key projects, including milestone tracking and risk management.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, marketing, sales) on various initiatives and projects.

• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management, effectively communicating key findings and recommendations.

• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks as needed.

• Participate in periodic reviews to share updates and incorporate feedback on assigned projects/initiatives.

• An MBA from an accredited institution.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

• Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify key issues, and develop creative solutions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present effectively to various stakeholders.

• Aptitude for strategic thinking and the ability to formulate concrete recommendations.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Time management skills and working with strict deadlines.

• A collaborative, solution-focused mindset and overall sense of urgency.

Accessibility

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Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

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