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Business Planning & Operations Lead, Reality Labs 3P Retail EMEA

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Business Planning & Operations Lead, Reality Labs 3P Retail EMEA

London, United Kingdom

As Business Planning & Operations Lead in Reality Labs, you will bridge the technical and business worlds as you partner closely with cross-functional teams across Meta to bring the Metaverse Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality Products to consumers around the world. You will provide cross-functional leadership to chart strategic direction in sync with overall company roadmaps, while delivering flexible sales-focused capabilities that meet near to long-term business needs. Your goal is that the business is well-positioned to move fast in adapting for scale and complexity.The ideal candidate will be passionate about the Metaverse and Wearables vision, have a strong analytical and consultative mindset, experience in working with stakeholders from business and technical backgrounds, the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment delivering against tight deadlines, and a passion for scaling operations.The mission of our Global Business Planning & Operations org is to maximize business performance by being the objective, trusted partner to the sales organization through planning, operations, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration. We identify and drive critical projects and strategic initiatives to support growth while supporting the operational cadence to surface business insights. The Business Planning & Operations Lead, 3PR EMEA will partner with the 3PR EMEA Sales Leaders and other XFN leaders. The role will entail business planning and insights, operating cadence (rhythm of the business), sales enablement and strategic projects to drive scalable revenue growth and operational effectiveness. The role will be part of the RL Global Sales Planning & Operations team, with a particular focus on sales capabilities and operational excellence.The successful candidate must be able to roll-up his/her sleeves. He/she will be passionate about their work, detail-oriented, analytical, and have excellent problem-solving abilities. He/she will drive towards simple, scalable solutions to difficult problems, have excellent project-management skills, and be able to communicate complex analytical results in a clear and easy-to-understand way. Prior experience supporting stakeholders will be critical to success. Additionally, this leader must be passionate about Metaverse, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and be an inspiring leader who can quickly build relationships with cross functional partners, teammates, and stakeholders alike.

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Business Planning & Operations Lead, Reality Labs 3P Retail EMEA Responsibilities:
  • Drive streamlined and efficient processes (e.g., reporting, prioritization) to further streamline rhythm of the business and team launch activities
  • Manage global initiatives whilst working with the regional teams and also drive alignment and develop projects at regional level that have potential to scale at a global level
  • Improve operational excellence through identification and execution of initiatives that create efficiency, remove obstacles, or create improved processes and approaches to the business. This includes identifying ways in which tools can be built and deployed to improve workflows
  • Support sales teams on medium/long-term planning including deep analytics of business potential
  • Business partnership with key leaders
  • Build cross-functional relationships and be able to establish resources to help solve complex interdisciplinary problems on behalf of the business
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 12+ years of experience in Management Strategy Consulting, corporate strategy/Sales Planning & Operations or in a relevant field.
  • Experience solving complex business problems (retail, telco, operational, organizational), and to drive projects from strategy to execution.
  • Leadership and influencing skills, can lead/influence stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with leadership in developing and executing successful plans.
  • Knowledge of organizational dynamics, change management, and process improvement.
  • Project management experience.
  • Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • BA/BS in an analytical field or related field (e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Business or related field)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • MBA or graduate degree in an analytical field
  • Experience with consumer retail, telcos, and/or DTC
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and drive initiatives in a cross-functional environment
  • Experience working with or in support of diverse communities
  • International experience and/or multicultural skills.
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): London, UK
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2JA2MAN
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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