Senior Manager, Planning, Strategy

Summary We are seeking a Senior Manager, Planning, Strategy & Special Projects to serve as a strategic force multiplier for the Bell Business Markets sales organization. This high‑impact, high‑visibility role combines strategic planning with hands‑on leadership of critical business initiatives. You will operate with a dual mandate: driving the strategic planning rhythm while leading major special projects to address our most pressing operational challenges. This position is ideal for a results‑driven leader who excels at connecting strategy to execution, bringing structure to ambiguity, and fostering operational excellence across a complex, matrixed organization. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning Lead the strategic planning cycles for the sales organization, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and financial targets. Prepare and manage materials for executive leadership reviews, including QBRs, SLT updates, and strategic forums. Act as a trusted advisor to sales leadership, providing data‑driven insights, thought partnership, and support on key decisions. Drive the "rhythm of the business" for the sales leadership team, managing critical programs from conception through execution, and ensuring follow‑through on strategic commitments. Synthesize complex information from across the business to create clear, concise strategic narratives and presentations for the SLT. Special Project Leadership (Initial Focus: Revenue Assurance) Lead the end‑to‑end execution of the Revenue Assurance special project, ensuring all earned revenue is captured accurately and efficiently. Design and re‑engineer the end‑to‑end opportunity‑to‑revenue process for our partner channel business, meticulously mapping the current state to eliminate bottlenecks and delays. Develop robust tracking mechanisms, dashboards, and analytics to provide real‑time visibility into the opportunity‑to‑revenue pipeline, forecasting revenue realization timing and flagging at‑risk deals. Establish and lead a cross‑functional governance committee with Sales, Finance, Billing, and other key stakeholders to resolve process gaps and systemic issues. Monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the project, including Order‑to‑Cash (O2C) cycle time, billing error rate, and time‑to‑revenue recognition. Cross‑Functional Program Management & Influence Partner closely with leaders across the organization, to ensure strategic alignment and seamless execution of initiatives. Critical Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive experience in roles such as management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or a Chief of Staff role within a large enterprise. Experience in Sales Operations or Revenue Operations (RevOps) is a significant asset. Proven ability to lead through influence, drive results in a complex matrixed organization, and operate with a high degree of autonomy and executive presence. Strong business and strategic acumen, with the ability to see the big picture, understand market dynamics, and connect operational details to overarching business goals. Superior communication, presentation, and storytelling skills, with demonstrated experience crafting materials for and presenting to senior executives. Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills, with the ability to dissect complex processes, interpret financial data, and synthesize disparate information into a clear strategic narrative. Expertise in process mapping, analysis, and re‑engineering methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). A mindset geared towards continuous improvement is essential. Advanced proficiency with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and a strong understanding of how they integrate with ERP and billing systems. Expertise in PowerPoint and Excel is mandatory. Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Additional Information Position Type: Management Job Status: Regular - Full Time Job Location: Canada: Ontario: Toronto || Canada: Ontario: Mississauga || Canada: Quebec: Montreal Work Arrangement: Hybrid (successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week) Application Deadline: 01/23/2026 Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted. We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well‑being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners. At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong. We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry, email your recruiter or to make arrangements. If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell, we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us. Artificial intelligence may be used to assess parts of your application. 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