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Senior Business Planner

United States 105600.00 - 140700.00 USD / Year · Job Posted March 21, 2026
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We are seeking a strategic, execution-oriented Senior Business Planner to support the Cybersecurity, IT, and Data Engineering organization. This role reports to the Chief of Staff and partners closely with senior leaders, cross-functional stakeholders, and other planners in the organization to ensure an integrated approach to communications, talent enablement, and operations.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop, maintain, and execute an integrated organizational communications strategy for Cybersecurity, IT, and Data Engineering
  • Own APM planning and delivery end-to-end, including storyline, content creation, speaker preparation, logistics, feedback collection, and continuous improvement
  • Build and manage a communications calendar and narrative arc that connects strategy, priorities, and progress across the year
  • Manage and continually improve internal communication channels
  • Plan and execute large-scale leadership and employee engagement events
  • Partner with HR and other planners to ensure leaders receive clear communication on upcoming programs
  • Partner with the Chief of Staff to ensure communication strategy supports senior leadership talent strategy
  • Partner to analyze organizational engagement and translate findings into action plans
  • Plan and support connection and recognition moments
  • Jointly identify and drive process and operating rhythm improvements
  • Act as a thought partner on organizational effectiveness
  • Assist in preparing executive-ready presentations, reports, and briefing materials
  • Collaborate with the PMO and program teams
  • Partner closely with the Engineering Business Manager on organizational artifacts

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in business planning, strategy, organizational communications, or operations
  • automotive or technology industry experience preferred
  • Demonstrated experience designing and executing organizational communications and/or leading strategic initiatives for senior leaders
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, storytelling, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior-level executives and cross-functional partners
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic, and often ambiguous environment

Nice to have

  • Experience working in cybersecurity, IT, or data/analytics organizations
  • Prior experience in a Chief of Staff, business planning, strategy, or communications-focused role
  • Experience working closely with Engineering Business Managers, Finance, or PMO in a large, matrixed organization

What we offer

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • retirement savings plan
  • sickness and accident benefits
  • life insurance
  • paid vacation & holidays
  • tuition assistance programs
  • employee assistance program
  • GM vehicle discounts
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