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Sr. Director, Strategic Planning

Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Req ID R440700 Job Type Full Time
Category Business Development Date posted 07/24/2026
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Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

Responsible for tracking the life cycle of products; develops, extracts, analyzes and reports data and feedback to determine growth and profitability. Conducts various forms of difficult research related to the strategy and growth of the company including environmental scans and organizational positions analyses. Communicates results effectively, translating data and feedback into actionable insight. Integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment. May lead teams or projects and shares expertise. Job Description The Technology + Product organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience. About the Role/Team: Comcast Technology Solutions is uniquely positioned like no other company who is at the nexus of media and technology. With a rich broadcast heritage, countless investments in innovative media technologies, and nearly two decades of on-the-ground experience, we are the market leader when it comes to making all the pieces work together to power both extraordinary experiences and revenue growth.  Comcast Technology Solutions is delivering market leading and next generation IPTV and Broadband technology to Multi-Service Operators (MVPD) across the globe.  In a rapidly changing and dynamic market, Comcast is providing solutions that enable competitive differentiation, best in class customer experience and unparalleled business results. The Strategic Planning team within the MVPD (Syndication) team is a subset of the Comcast Technology Solutions group responsible for MVPD business unit strategy and execution. The team is consulted and collaborates cross functionally (Finance, Engineering, Accounting, Sales) to deliver analysis and drive business outcomes.

Job Description

Responsibilities 

  • Communicate with and influence stakeholders at all levels of the business through effective framing and analysis performed on existing and net-new Syndication programs and initiatives. 
  • Problem solve complex business case analysis and determine levers and trade-off options that can be understood and actioned upon by VP+ levels in the organization. 
  • Assess the impact of strategic financial decisions across business units and present to leadership; monitor and drive program results and understand impact to overall investments. 
  • Design, develop and implement methods and strategies to continually improve processes and capital and operating expense decision making for major strategic initiatives and day to day operations of the business. 
  • Develops strategic plans through the analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data, building recommendations that directly address business objectives. 
  • Develops and recommends strategy changes and future strategies based on development of financial models and synthesis of internal and external research findings. 
  • Leads special project teams or cross-functional programs, and provides expertise and skills in areas of strategic planning. 
  • Consults with other Specialists and senior management across several business units within the organization and collaborates on special projects. 

Required Skills 

  • 10+ years of overall experience ideally within management consulting or consultancy experience 
  • Cost Optimization: Understand products or processes in an out and be able to articulate value to customers, return on investment to the business and appropriate tradeoffs in business unit decision making. 
  • Strategic execution: Ability to take an idea from a PowerPoint or spreadsheet and turn it into an actionable program plan. 
  • Self-starter: Ability to operate in ambiguity with lack of clarity on what the answer “should” be; this role is expected to develop and recommend what multiple answers “could” be. 
  • Adaptability and willingness to grow/learn: Ability to put on hats that you haven’t worn before and take on projects that may be different from prior experience or field of study. 
  • Analytical and financial acumen: Strong add/subtract and math skills with the ability to understand how P&L works to cash flow. 
  • Consultative mindset: Ability to act as an internal consultant by finding projects, identifying pricing opportunities, and developing recommendations that support business outcomes. 
  • Influence and interpersonal skills: Ability to get someone to implement and do the things you recommend through strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive-ready presentation skills. 
  • Excel and presentation capability: Ability to freely think in Excel, speak to the analysis, and present recommendations to executive leaders. 

Employees at all levels are expected to:

  • Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
  • Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
  • Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
  • Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
  • Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
  • Drive results and growth.
  • Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
  • Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.


Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.


Skills:

Cost Optimization; Strategic Planning; Financial Acumen; Consultative Approach






Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.


Education

Master's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years +

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Our Benefits

We’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits to help you live your best life:

  • Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay.
  • Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
  • Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more!

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