Vice President, Corporate Strategy

About GTT

GTT is a leading global provider of secure cloud networking solutions for multinational organizations. We design and deliver solutions that leverage advanced cloud, networking and security technologies. We complement our solutions with a suite of professional services and exceptional sales and support teams in local markets around the world. We serve thousands of national and multinational companies with a portfolio that includes SD-WAN, security, Internet, voice and other connectivity options. Our services are uniquely enabled by our top-ranked, global, Tier 1 IP backbone, which spans more than 260 cities on six continents. The company culture is built on a customer-first service experience reinforced by our commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement in our business, environmental, social and governance practices. For more information, visit gtt.net.

Role Summary

Lead the development and implementation of long-term corporate strategies that align with the company’s vision and goals.

Job Scope/Supervision

This role will interact and collaborate closely with senior leaders in all departments within GTT.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning - Lead the development and implementation of long-term corporate strategies that align with the company’s vision and goals.
• Market Analysis - Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Mergers & Acquisitions - Support identification, evaluation, and execution of M&A opportunities to drive growth and expand market presence.
• Business Development - Collaborate with the executive team to identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and alliances.
• Performance Monitoring: Collaborate with executive team to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly assess the company’s performance against strategic objectives.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, board of directors, partners, and regulatory bodies.
  
  

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, strategy consulting or related roles within the telecommunications industry. Proven track record of success in a senior leadership position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in M&A and business development.
• Ability to think strategically and translate strategies into actionable plans.
• Leadership and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
  
  

Hours/Travel/Shift

This role requires standard 40 hour workweek, with minimal travel as required.

Core Competencies

• Business Markets: Knowledge of existing and planned markets and market-related initiatives from the perspectives of the competition, the suppliers, the customer base and the regulatory environment; ability to apply market knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
• Key Performance Indicators: Knowledge of business metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ability to use strategies and tools for defining and measuring progress toward goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Knowledge of stakeholder management techniques; ability to systematically identify stakeholders, analyze their needs and expectations, and implement various tasks to engage with them.
  
  

Universal Competencies

• Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of transformation initiatives to drive fundamental changes, enhance responsiveness and efficiency to core business practices. Ability to drive cultural changes from best effort to results oriented.
• Customer First (Non-Customer Facing): Knowledge of internal customer interactions, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and partnership. Ability to build an environment supporting internal customer value creation at every level.
• Operational Excellence: Understanding the system-driven processes for consistency and scalability. Ability to re-focus processes and systems from integration activity to maximizing a positive customer impact and anticipating future trends.
  
  

EEO Statement

GTT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GTT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GTT expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GTT’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.