Location: Oeiras, Portugal Start date: January 2025 Applications are accepted until further notice. You are a dynamic and motivated graduate who would like to join our team as a Buying Program Lifecycle Operations Specialist. This unique role combines responsibilities in data analysis and operations, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to learn and grow in a tech-driven environment. As a Graduate BPLO Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting our internal stakeholders with operational guidance around Enterprise Agreements and other Cisco Buying Programs. You will ensure all interactions with our sellers are documented and perform data analysis to support the decision making around the evolution of the operating model in the buying program space. You will have the ability to feed Artificial Intelligence (AI) models’ interactive knowledge base to optimize and enhance internal workflows and engagement models in a digital context. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You will be part of the Buying Programs Lifecycle Operations team that is part of the Commerce Operations EMEA organization and will work closely in person or through digital channels with your peers in-country or across EMEA/global. With thorough understanding and knowledge of your audience, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our key internal stakeholders. WHO YOU ARE * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data * Proficiency in data visualization tools and process workflows * Effective Communication/Interpersonal Skills * High intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies and concepts * Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams * Attention to detail and a professional demeanour. Minimum Qualifications * Including but not limited to a graduate/upcoming graduate with a degree in Data Science, Business, Economics, or a related field. * Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques. * Interest in commercial operations, process workflows and documentation. * Enthusiastic about leveraging technology to drive business efficiency. * You enjoy working in a fast-paced changing environment. * You have a passion for Customer experience and communicate clearly while delivering on the best solutions for our stakeholders. * You are passionate about problem resolution and leverage an innovative mindset to drive better outcomes. * Eligible to live and work in Portugal without visa support or sponsorship We Are Cisco #WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we’re "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we’re also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can’t put us in a box! But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.) Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.