Vector Solutions

Manager, Planning & Operations - Higher Education

Vector Solutions • $90K — $130K *
Cincinnati, OH 45238In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in strategy, planning, or business operations (EdTech or Higher Education preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
  • Exposure to strategic planning processes
  • Strong communication skills with experience presenting to leadership
  • Experience supporting partnerships or corporate development efforts is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support development of the Higher Education growth strategy
  • Conduct research on the EdTech landscape and competitors
  • Translate insights into actionable recommendations
  • Support the integrated business planning process and KPI tracking
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment
  • Drive execution of strategic projects from planning to implementation
  • Define and maintain a data-driven content roadmap

Benefits

  • Friendly, open, and casual work environment
  • Comprehensive benefits package effective first month after hire
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Healthy work-life balance with flexible arrangements
  • Educational assistance for all employees
  • Generous referral incentive program
  • Company social events
  • Philanthropic opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

As the Manager, Planning and Operations - Higher Education, you will support the development and execution of Vector's growth strategy within the post-secondary market. This role bridges strategic insights and execution, helping translate market trends into actionable plans. You will partner cross-functionally to drive planning processes, support strategic initiatives, and ensure alignment against key business priorities.

What You'll Do:

1. Strategy Support & Market Insights
  • Support the development of the Higher Education growth strategy, including market analysis, competitive insights, and opportunity identification
  • Conduct research on the EdTech landscape, including competitors, regulatory changes, and emerging trends
  • Translate insights into actionable recommendations and contribute to business cases for new initiatives

2. Planning & Execution
  • Support the integrated business planning process, including tracking KPIs, OKRs, and key strategic initiatives
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on priorities and timelines
  • Help drive execution of strategic projects from planning through implementation
  • Build clear and concise materials for leadership updates and internal presentations

3. Partnerships & Strategic Initiatives
  • Support identification and evaluation of strategic partnerships
  • Assist in research and preparation for potential partnership or M&A opportunities
  • Contribute to diligence materials and coordination efforts as needed

4. Content & Market Alignment
  • Define and maintain a data-driven content roadmap, prioritizing course development based on market demand, regulatory requirements, and customer needs
  • Translate market insights into clear course requirements and prioritization frameworks for product and content teams
  • Ensure content investments are aligned to revenue growth, customer retention, and competitive differentiation


Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in strategy, planning, or business operations (EdTech or Higher Education preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data into clear insights
  • Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
  • Exposure to strategic planning processes and execution of cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong communication skills with experience building presentations for leadership audiences
  • Experience supporting partnerships or corporate development efforts is a plus

What You Can Expect From Us
  • Friendly, open, and casual work environment (ditch the suit & tie)
  • Comprehensive, quality benefits package effective first of the month following your date of hire
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements and generous time off
  • Educational assistance available for all employees
  • Generous referral incentive program
  • Company social events
  • Philanthropic opportunities

About Vector Solutions

Vector Solutions is a leading provider of software and services for learning, operational readiness, workforce management, and risk mitigation. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions that help organizations and individuals prepare for and respond to emergencies, improve performance, and reduce risk. Vector Solutions serves a wide range of industries, including education, public safety, industrial, and healthcare, and has a global customer base. The company is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
Learn more about Vector Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Business Services
* Ladders Estimates

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