Senior Strategic Initiatives Manager
Sales & Business Development
United States · Remote
Posted on Jun 24, 2026
<div class="content-intro"><div class="elementToProof"> <p>Veeam is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient to enable the acceleration of safe AI at scale. As the market leader in both data resilience and data security posture management, Veeam is built for the convergence of identity, data, security, and AI risk. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in more than 30 countries, Veeam protects over 550,000 customers worldwide, who trust Veeam to keep their businesses running. Join us as we go fearlessly forward together, growing, learning, and making a real impact for some of the world’s biggest brands.</p> </div></div><p><span data-contrast="none">We are seeking a dynamic, execution-oriented Sr., Strategic Initiatives Manager to drive the most complex, high-priority cross-functional programs across the organization. This role reports to the Vice President, Business Excellence.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">This is a role for someone who operates at the intersection of strategic clarity and disciplined execution, a leader who can take ambiguous, high-stakes initiatives from whiteboard to measurable outcomes. You bring a sharp lens for business strategy and data-driven insights, not as an end in themselves, but as the foundation for making smart decisions and driving alignment. You think in systems, lead through influence, and actively leverage AI and intelligent agents to multiply your impact.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">This role is best suited for someone who thrives in complexity, has a track record of moving organizations forward on work that spans functions and defies clean ownership – and who is energized by building new muscle in a high-growth SaaS environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Identify, frame, and solve high-priority business problems across the organization. Defining the right question before designing the solution, and driving that solution through to measurable outcomes</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead these strategic priorities end to end: not just coordinating workstreams, but actively shaping the approach, making tradeoff decisions, and ensuring the work lands with real impact</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Design solutions to complex cross-functional challenges and gaps, bringing structure to ambiguous problems and building the operational and organizational logic needed to move forward</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Apply a strategy and insights lens to all initiative work: use data, market context, and business fundamentals to sharpen problem framing, pressure-test assumptions, and ground recommendations in sound logic</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Drive alignment and decisions across senior stakeholders and functions – synthesizing competing perspectives, surfacing tradeoffs clearly, and moving leadership toward action</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bring SaaS business fluency to initiative design, understanding how product adoption, retention, and expansion dynamics connect to the problems being solved</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Champion an AI-first approach to how work gets done to accelerate progress and multiply impact</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">5+ years of experience in management or strategy consulting, business transformation, or strategic operations roles — ideally in or around the software or technology industry</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives end to end, with measurable outcomes and the ability to navigate organizational ambiguity</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Strong business strategy and data-driven insights acumen: able to use data and market context to sharpen decisions without needing to personally own the analysis</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with SaaS business models and the levers that drive product adoption, expansion, and retention</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Actively AI-first in how you work: comfortable identifying where AI tools and agents can replace or accelerate manual effort, and building that habit across your work</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Exceptional executive communication and storytelling skills (written, verbal, and visual) with the ability to synthesize complexity into crisp narratives for senior audiences</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Strong facilitation and influence skills; able to drive alignment across senior stakeholders without direct authority</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">High bias for action, strong intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative working style with low ego</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree a plus. Prior consulting experience strongly preferred<br></span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="none">#LI-KC1 #LI-Remote</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>What you'll get</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span data-teams="true">Unlimited paid time off, 12 paid holidays including 4 global VeeaMe Days for self-care and 24 paid volunteer hours annually through Veeam Cares</span></span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="a78978dc-ac89-45cb-90d8-046512111001"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Paid parental leave: 8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="c1532033-276f-4e8a-a3b5-e95a41390077"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="269bfa66-2d60-4598-8e5b-4cca247a02cd"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Mental health support, therapy sessions, and digital wellness tools via our Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="5f78a25b-2b13-4e0c-8a27-7b2f06f8af85"><span style="font-size: 16px;">401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="72318735-b901-4780-8fd3-4c5b19dc96de"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support through Maven, plus paid volunteer time</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="ab8637f1-df99-4bd9-ac2a-1038c17e946d"><span style="font-size: 16px;">AirVet: 24/7 virtual veterinary care at no cost</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="acc447d4-7091-44ec-85c6-7041bf41a6c9"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Legal services, identity protection, and supplemental health insurance options</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="f1cae164-1753-4613-9116-6f6cbaa77f39"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting</span></li> <li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf" style="font-size: 16px;" data-uuid="2b56323b-b405-4551-b6ce-3aaf737adb5a"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Opportunities to learn and grow through on-demand libraries (LinkedIn Learning, O’Reilly), mentoring, workshops, and learning events like our annual Global Day of Learning</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>Compensation Transparency</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Veeam is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation. For this role, the compensation range below reflects the expected total target compensation (TTC), inclusive of base pay and a competitive performance-based bonus. For roles with a commission plan, the compensation range represents On Target Earnings (OTE), which includes base salary plus variable commission. When determining compensation, Veeam takes into consideration factors such as experience, education, skills, and geographic zone. Offers are typically made below the midpoint of the range.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">In addition to compensation, Veeam provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and unlimited time off.</span></p> <div><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>U.S. Geographic Zones & Compensation Ranges (TTC / OTE)</strong></span></div></div><div class="title">Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Boroughs</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$162,900</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$302,400 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Zone 2: Washington, California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area)</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$149,400</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$277,300 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Zone 3: Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, Colorado, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Oregon, Nevada, Hawaii, New York (excluding NYC boroughs); Sales roles located in Georgia, Ohio, and Arizona</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$135,800</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$252,100 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Zone 4: All other US locations</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$118,100</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$219,400 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div data-pm-slice="1 1 ["ul",null,"li",{"style":null,"checked":null,"value":null,"displayValue":null,"backgroundColor":null,"color":null,"listStyleType":null}]" data-en-clipboard="true"> <p data-local-id="56095010243a" data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type="mark" data-prosemirror-mark-name="strong">Veeam Software is an equal opportunity employer</strong> and does not tolerate discrimination in any form on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. 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