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A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary 

• Reporting to the Senior Director, GMPO Data Products & Business Operations within the Enterprise Data & Analytics team (EDNA), the Manager Strategy & Initiative will play a critical role in shaping and driving Equinix’s enterprise data and AI strategy, design and manage a portfolio of initiatives that maximize business value and reduce technical debt 

• This role will work with a team of strategic thinkers and operators, collaborating cross-functionally to identify, prioritize, and sequence initiatives that drive measurable business value and enable Equinix’s digital future  

• Ideal candidates bring a unique combination of business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to engage stakeholders across domains, fostering alignment and momentum toward Equinix’s data-driven culture 

Responsibilities 

Be the Navigator to Chart Enterprise Data Strategy and Roadmap 

• Translate EDNA’s overarching goals into clear decisions, actionable milestones, and a cohesive product roadmap 

• Identify and prioritize strategic data and AI initiatives (e.g., tooling, platform decisions) to optimize ROI while ensuring scalability and technical soundness 

• Establish a business case center of excellence for data and AI initiatives to bring financial rigor and strategic focus to initiative development (e.g., estimate a product recommendation engine’s impact on revenue uplift) 

• Explore longer-term opportunities for data monetization through products, partnerships, and services 

Establish a Value-Oriented Intake & Prioritization Engine to Deliver High-Impact Initiatives 

• Build financial rigor and value-centric frameworks to improve business casing across EDNA portfolios 

• Create transparency and standardization across 15+ data domains to drive clarity on initiative selection and prioritization. Lead the transition from Jira-based intake to strategic enterprise-level prioritization 

• Partner with the Chief Digital & Innovation Officer organization to co-design the unified intake and prioritization platform and process 

• Monitor initiative progress, provide strategic delivery guidance, and drive tough decision-making when necessary to ensure value realization

Design and Deliver Critical Data and AI Initiatives 

• Lead strategic analysis to proactively identify high-potential domains and opportunity areas that align with Equinix’s enterprise priorities, guiding teams toward initiatives that deliver outsized business value

• Instill a value-oriented mindset by leading initiative sizing and effort estimation, equipping teams with a clear view of collective impact, prioritization, and scaling options  

• Design and deliver initiatives that tightly connect domain-level priorities with company-level strategic goals 

• Bring external perspectives when needed, through primary research, industry benchmarking, and engagement with professional services or consulting firms 

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Collaborate across teams in the data and AI domains (e.g., Data Engineering, AI & Data Science, Analytics, Data Governance) and functional teams (e.g., Equinix functions that adopt data and AI solutions) to design and track initiatives aligned to strategic business priorities 

• Work jointly with the broader Chief Digital and Innovation organization to embed enterprise-level prioritization, resource visibility, and intake process enhancements 

• Build trusted partnerships across the enterprise, becoming a go-to strategic advisor and data ambassador for Equinix’s evolving data and AI portfolio 

Qualifications

• Strongly preferred: 6-8 years of experience in Corporate Strategy, Finance, Banking, or Consulting background with expertise in strategic planning, data and analytics, business casing, scenario planning

• Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex technical topics into tangible business language  

• Proactive, self-starter leadership style with a track record of independently driving complex initiatives and stakeholder orchestration 

• Experience in interpedently preparing executive-ready materials (e.g., data and AI roadmap, initiative portfolio review) 

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions, build credibility with senior leaders, and foster high-trust relationships 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, data science, information management, or related field 

Skills and Attributes 

• Strategic research and analytical skills, including external benchmarking and future-state visioning 

• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences 

• Open-minded, intellectually curious, and highly engaging, with a collaborative and positive approach to problem-solving 

• Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, creating high levels of trust and influence at all organizational levels 

• Ability to navigate challenges with resilience, flexibility, and a strong focus on outcomes 

• Strong "can do" attitude, willing to flex between strategic planning and hands-on delivery as needed 

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 112,000 - 162,000 CAD / Annual

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 103,000 - 155,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

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Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.