paxos - Manager, Network Strategy & Operations

• Strategic Initiatives & Execution • Propose, own, and define key strategic GDN initiatives and programs with minimal guidance from framing through delivery (incl. engagement with legal, finance, business development, external partners, etc.) • Proactively identify areas of opportunity, assess their value, and build comprehensive execution plans with clear success criteria, partnering with growth and product teams to understand GDN partner needs and how to realize them • Define measurable success criteria/KPIs and drive cross-functional achievement of the plans to realize them based on data, market feedback, and observed progress • Operational Excellence • Continuously evaluate our operational processes or information sharing and improve or replace them via AI-enabled workflows, increasing executional velocity and internal collaboration • Go-to-Market & Strategic Planning • Proactively identify and weave business, legal, regulatory, and operational considerations into GDN initiative plans before launch and ensure external and internal partner alignment prior to roll-out • Partner with the Head of Network Operations and cross-functional leaders (Growth, Product, Finance) to craft and align on KPIs/multi-quarter strategy, and define new investment priorities for the GDN budget • Iterate on ROI framework for GDN investments to drive maximum KPI impact • Track market context and competitive dynamics to inform strategic direction and identify emerging areas of investment • Cross-Functional Leadership • Maintain strong working relationships and earn trust across Account Management, Business Development, Finance, Legal, Ops, and Product teams; agitate constructively for change when needed to drive business outcomes. • Communicate program status, strategy, timing, and risks clearly to all stakeholders - including the Exec Team - ensuring no surprises and proactive alignment. • Synthesize complex decisions or opportunities requiring input into crisp, actionable narratives that motivate, orient and create alignment across functional partners