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Bernards Township, New Jersey, United States
Hybrid
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The Associate Director of Strategy will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic growth and partnership initiatives for Verizon’s AI Connect (AIC) portfolio. This leadership role, supporting the Senior Director of Business Development & Strategy, will oversee the strategic roadmap, manage relationships with key ecosystem players (including GPU and data center providers), and drive cross-play commercial strategy to ensure revenue and EBITDA growth.
Success in this position requires expertise in AI infrastructure and edge compute markets, alongside the ability to collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams to align strategic initiatives with broader organizational goals. The leader will manage end-to-end partner relationships, establish commercial governance, and communicate the AIC vision to stakeholders at all levels.
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This position can be located in other valid Verizon locations.
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Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $138,500.00 - $265,000.00.The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $152,500.00 - $265,000.00.The annual salary range for the Maryland location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $152,500.00 - $265,000.00.The annual salary range for the New York location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $152,500.00 - $265,000.00.