Strategy Manager Telecom & Cloud

You ensure that KPN makes the right strategic choices for the evolution of our network and cloud landscape. Thanks to you, business priorities are translated into clear target states, multi-year roadmaps and execution-ready plans. Not only will you structure complex trade-offs around resilience, cost and security, you will also guide decision-making through governance and stakeholder alignment. You play a key role in building robust business cases and supporting leadership with crisp, executive-level insights.

• Developing strategy, target state and roadmaps across network infrastructure and cloud platforms
• Structuring options and driving decisions on scalability, sovereignty, security and cost
• Building business cases with CAPEX/OPEX drivers, benefits tracking and risk assessment
• Aligning stakeholders across engineering, architecture, finance, operations and commercial teams
• Producing executive-ready materials such as decision papers, briefings and progress reports

You will join a highly skilled team working at the intersection of network infrastructure and cloud transformation. The team is collaborative, analytical and focused on delivering long-term value for KPN. Together, you work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to strategic programmes shaping the digital backbone of the Netherlands.

Qualifications

You are confident operating in complex environments where both telecom networks and cloud platforms come together. You communicate clearly, challenge constructively and know how to align senior stakeholders. Analytical thinking comes naturally to you, and you are comfortable translating technical topics into strategic investment decisions. You enjoy working on transformation topics with real impact. To be successful in this role, you will need at least:

• 10+ years experience in strategy, transformation, portfolio/program roles or technical leadership
• Working knowledge of telecom domains (fixed access, mobile RAN/core, IP/optical transport)
• Working knowledge of cloud concepts (IaaS/PaaS, hybrid cloud, containers/Kubernetes)
• Strong analytical skills with proven business case development capability
• Senior stakeholder management and crisp communication skills.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still warmly encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

As an employer, we offer you an attractive package, including:

• Gross monthly salary between €6,774,- and €10,701,- depending on your experience (based on 40 hours)
• A fixed 13th-month salary, partially paid monthly and partially in January, or you can allocate it to a FLEX & BOOST goal of your choice
• Annual individual and collective salary increases according to our collective labor agreement (CAO)
• €1,500 per year for personal development, which you can use for training, coaching, or courses
• Flexible vacation days, where you decide (in consultation with your manager) how to take time off
• Work-life balance: Hybrid working (2 days at the office, 3 days at home), transition leave, and the option to swap public holidays for a cultural or religious holiday of your choice
• Home office setup, including a mobile phone & laptop
• 50% discount on KPN products and services, so you can stream, call, and browse at a lower cost
• Full reimbursement of public transport costs or €0.23 per km for travel by car. Prefer cycling? Get €0.40 per km as a bicycle allowance
• Lease bike program: If you have a permanent contract, KPN contributes to the monthly cost of a city bike, e-bike, road bike, or speed pedelec
• Excellent pension plan: 23% total contribution, with KPN covering 16% and you contributing 7%

Ready to Make an Impact?

We believe in the power of technology, especially combined with human connection. That’s why we would love to meet you!

Want to know more? Contact our recruiter Jitske van de Worp, via