Cisco

Business Operations Analyst

Cisco$116K — $150K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in business operations
  • Proficient with budget management and Outside Service Contracts
  • Experienced in managing multiple timelines and programs concurrently
  • BA/BS Degree in a relevant field (preferred)
  • Strong expertise in financial operations and contract lifecycle management
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to influence stakeholders
  • Strong critical thinking and adaptability in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of team SOWs from setup to modifications.
  • Lead quarterly staff planning for accurate budget alignment.
  • Serve as the main liaison between external vendors and management.
  • Drive service quality improvements through Quarterly Business Reviews.
  • Collaborate with Global Procurement Services for supply chain optimization.
  • Develop training materials for hiring managers on procurement processes.
  • Ensure clear communication on expectations and compliance standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and development opportunities
  • Exposure to operational initiatives at a global level
  • Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams
  • Potential for career advancement within a high-demand industry
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 09/24/2026
Meet the Team

We have an exciting opportunity in the Supply Chain Silicon Operations Team! The Business Operations Analyst will provide business operations support, coordinate the Outside Service (O/S) budget, Statement of Work (SOW) lifecycles, and vendor management. This role requires a detailed, logistical approach to leading service contracts within our systems, ensuring alignment to requirements and targets.

Your Impact
  • Be responsible for all aspects of team Statements of Work (SOWs) within C-Worker, from initial fiscal year setup to ongoing amendments and modifications.
  • Lead quarterly staff planning processes to ensure meticulous budget alignment, and accurate forecasting. Provide end-to-end management of Outside Service (O/S) budgets and contracts.
  • Serve as the main interface between external vendors and SiOps management, translating staffing requirements into actionable Outside Service (O/S) support strategies.
  • Drive continuous improvement through structured Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), supervising service quality and identifying strategic opportunities for optimization.
  • Partner with Global Procurement Services to ensure Silicon Operations maintains a high-performing supply chain support model. Identify and implement process improvements between hiring managers and Outside Services (O/S).
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive training and documentation to ensure hiring managers are fully equipped to navigate procurement processes and complete their operational responsibilities effectively.
  • Deliver clear communication, ensuring all interested parties are aligned on expectations, compliance standards, and program results.
  • Partner with the SiOps Chief of Staff to lead operational initiatives, ensuring the organization scales effectively to meet Cisco's growing demand!


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5 years of related experience
  • Experience handling budgets and Outside Service Contracts
  • Experience delivering simultaneous programs and running various timelines


Preferred Qualifications:
  • BA/BS Degree in a related field
  • Expertise in financial operations, including fiscal year planning, budget oversight, headcount management, contract applications and expenditure management. Ability to align operational spending with silicon program performance targets.
  • Experience owning the lifecycle of multiple simultaneous contracts. Adept at navigating multi-functional dependencies, ensuring operational continuity, and implementing governance.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and relationship leadership skills. Ability to influence multi-functional partners and communicate new concepts to both technical and non-technical leadership.
  • Strong critical thinking and pragmatic judgment. Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, leading shifting priorities.


SiOps

The starting salary range posted for this position is $116,300.00 to $150,900.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:

New York City Metro Area:
$116,300.00 - $173,500.00

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$101,900.00 - $154,400.00

* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

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