Ethernet Strategic Planning Director

Job Details:

Job Description:

The Strategic Planning Director will serve as a key member of NSG staff, responsible for driving long-term business strategy (2-5 year horizon) for Intel Ethernet products (e.g. fNIC, IPU) including market analysis, competitive intelligence, portfolio planning, and cross-functional strategic initiatives. This role requires exceptional leadership skills to influence without authority and the ability to synthesize complex, disparate information into actionable strategic direction for executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Market Intelligence and Analysis
Manage relationships with 3rd party market intelligence data sources
Identify new market opportunities and assess strategic fit to influence BU investments
Develop and maintain an Ethernet market model analyzing market size and trajectory

Long-Term Strategic Planning
Align Ethernet portfolio with Xeon and Core CPU platforms
Drive portfolio planning decisions including architectural convergence and IP strategy
Lead product line transition planning with 10-year visibility
Assess product and IP scalability across the Ethernet portfolio

Competitive Intelligence
Maintain comprehensive competitive product and technology roadmaps
Forecast competitor strategy and product direction
Coordinate competitive analysis including teardowns and benchmarking
Collect and disseminate competitive intelligence across the organization

Cross-Functional Leadership
Lead Strategy Council/MRC processes to ensure strategic alignment
Drive consensus on long-term vision and direction across stakeholders
Escalate strategic issues to appropriate executives when required
Document and archive strategic decisions comprehensively
Augment offering with custom ASIC derivatives for leading customers

Executive Communication and Influence
Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership (75 percent of communication focus)
Communicate strategic direction to peers and cross-functional teams (25 percent of communication focus)
Context switch seamlessly between portfolio-level and product-specific discussions

Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking:

Ability to synthesize complex, disparate information into coherent strategic thesis

Leadership Without Authority:

Demonstrated success influencing cross-functional teams and driving decisions without direct management responsibility

Abstract Thinking:

Capability to operate at the 64K foot level while maintaining connection to tactical execution

Decision-Making:

Ability to drive decisions with incomplete data and limited direction

Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Experience presenting to C-level executives and board members
Strong consensus-building capabilities with ability to drive decisions when consensus isn't achievable
Extensive internal and external professional networks

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
8+ years of experience in strategic planning, product management, or business strategy
5+ years of experience in technology industry, preferably semiconductors

Experience with ethernet network adapters as well as IPU/DPU products (applications that range from edge to datacenter to hyperscaler environments)
Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives in matrix organizations
Proficiency in market research and competitive analysis methodologies
Experience with portfolio management frameworks
Strong analytical and data synthesis capabilities
Knowledge of semiconductor industry dynamics and technology roadmaps

Preferred Qualifications
MBA or Advanced degree in Engineering or Business Strategy

Previous experience in strategic planning

Experience with Networking for AI
Experience with technology roadmap development
Background in product marketing or product management
Consulting experience with top-tier strategy firms
International business experience

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, California, Santa Clara

Additional Locations:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Business group:

The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies). The team focuses on customer-driven, end-to-end solutions with short development cycles to deliver measurable business impact across Intel's product and foundry businesses.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $221,810.00-313,140.00 USD 

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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