Sr Manager- Strategic Planning

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues.

As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.How will you make an impact in this role?

The role is responsible for supporting Merchant Services LAC throughout business planning efforts, including coordinating Merchant Services LAC's leadership team through the annual investment optimization process, as well as data analysis, information consolidation to support managerial decision-making processes, coordinating employee engagement and development activities and leading the LAC team communications strategy.The position will report to the Merchant Services LAC General Manager.The main responsibilities of the Business Planning Manager for MS LAC are : Provide analytical support for Business Unit Reviews (BURs) and annual investment exercisesConsolidate timely, accurate and relevant reporting and analysis across functional areasAd-hoc analytical exercises to support the information need of the MS LAC business leaders, including inputs for Senior Leadership updates, org charts updates, etc.Creation of business cases for strategic initiatives for GMS LAC business leadersCreate analysis and conclusions for desicion making process of relevant initiatives and projectsProject management of key initiatives across blue boxCoordinate employee engagement and development activities and lead MS LAC colleague engagement and communication strategy.Build and maintain cross functional relationships and projects, fostering effective teamworkQualificationsAnalytical skillsProject management proficiencyExcellent interrelationship and communications skills.Resilient.

Comfortable with a fast-paced changing environment and able to prioritize under pressure.Fluent in both English and Spanish.We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best.

This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally : Competitive base salariesBonus incentivesSupport for financial-well-being and retirementComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business needGenerous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds programCareer development and training opportunitiesOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.