Buying Program Lifecycle Operations Analyst (Early in Career)

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  • Location:
    Oeiras, Portugal
  • Area of Interest
    Business Strategy and Operations
  • Job Type
    Early in Career
  • Technology Interest
    Big Data, Analytics
  • Job Id
    1431202

Location: Oeiras, Portugal

Start date: January 2025

Applications are accepted until further notice.  

You are a dynamic and motivated graduate who would like to join our team as a Buying Program Lifecycle Operations Specialist. This unique role combines responsibilities in data analysis and operations, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to learn and grow in a tech-driven environment.

As a Graduate BPLO Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting our internal stakeholders with operational guidance around Enterprise Agreements and other Cisco Buying Programs.

You will ensure all interactions with our sellers are documented and perform data analysis to support the decision making around the evolution of the operating model in the buying program space. You will have the ability to feed Artificial Intelligence (AI) models’ interactive knowledge base to optimize and enhance internal workflows and engagement models in a digital context.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH 

You will be part of the Buying Programs Lifecycle Operations team that is part of the Commerce Operations EMEA organization and will work closely in person or through digital channels with your peers in-country or across EMEA/global. With thorough understanding and knowledge of your audience, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our key internal stakeholders.  

WHO YOU ARE 

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools and process workflows
  • Effective Communication/Interpersonal Skills
  • High intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies and concepts
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Attention to detail and a professional demeanour.

Minimum Qualifications  

  • Including but not limited to a graduate/upcoming graduate with a degree in Data Science, Business, Economics, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques.
  • Interest in commercial operations, process workflows and documentation.
  • Enthusiastic about leveraging technology to drive business efficiency.
  • You enjoy working in a fast-paced changing environment.
  • You have a passion for Customer experience and communicate clearly while delivering on the best solutions for our stakeholders.
  • You are passionate about problem resolution and leverage an innovative mindset to drive better outcomes.  
  • Eligible to live and work in Portugal without visa support or sponsorship

We Are Cisco 

#WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. 

We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we’re "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we’re also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can’t put us in a box! 

But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.) 

Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. 


Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.

Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco’s flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco’s Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter.  Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:

.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

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