Director, Business Operations - CloudOps Software & Platform
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Job Description:In this role you will lead Business Operations and Planning for the CloudOps Software and Platform Group within the Hybrid Cloud Business Unit. In this role you will be responsible to develop, manage and evaluate the operational business plans insuring they are executed in alignment with the business strategy, key priorities and allocated budgets.
Responsibilities:- Drive operational management of the CloudOps Software and Platform business financial plans, working closely with the business orgs and leaders and serving as a trusted advisor.
- Oversees budget management for multiple, complex businesses and is accountable for adhering to stated budgets, managing monthly forecasting and month-end-close activities.
- Deliver financial performance analysis and reporting to manage budgets and forecasts.
- Lead and drive the Long-Term Planning (LTP) efforts for the CloudOps Software and Platform business, working closely with the Hybrid Cloud Business Office, finance and org business leaders.
- Work with business leaders on portfolio plans that enables the execution of business strategies (e.g., sizing new growth initiatives, modelling / reducing costs) to support decision making
- Leads complex business planning initiatives at global and cross-business unit levels.
- Balances short term with long term strategies and resource investment.
- Drives high-impact organizational and operational planning initiatives.
- Provides innovative thought leadership and shapes the knowledge base within area of expertise.
- Provides strong leadership, develops and sets individual and departmental team performance goals and manages/drives change.
- Oversees and manages the allocation of tools and resources to support team efforts.
- Partners with business leaders to integrate plans across multiple businesses.
Education and Experience Required: - 15+ years' experience, with 10+ years specific to strategy, planning, operations, or finance
- 5+ years' experience in a leadership role developing high-performance teams preferable in a global cross-functional environment.
- Must have experience leading strategic planning or business operations for an Software or Infrastructure product organization
- Demonstrated evidence of achieved planned financial results at an organizational level.
- MBA highly desired, or advanced university degree. Bachelors degree required.
Knowledge and Skills: - Excellent analytical thinking, analysis, planning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including advanced negotiation, presentation, and influencing skills.
- Excellent project management and operations skills, including leading cross functional initiatives and time and risk management.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of how to analyze business data using Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
- Superior business and financial acumen to develop meaningful business recommendations. Understands the portfolio aspect of the businesses products/services and how the businesses work together.
- Advanced relationship management skills, including partnering and consulting
- Problem Solving: Approaches problems in a rational manner using sound strategies that ensures comprehensive understanding and effective resolution.
- Leadership: Able to lead effectively in a complex environment and deliver results; Able to influence without direct authority; Able to balance between competing priorities and be flexible and creative; Able to drive team performance to world class; Able to create and build highly effective teams and organizations; Able to communicate effectively across multiple levels in the company and the industry.
What We Can Offer You:Health & WellbeingWe strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional DevelopmentWe also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional InclusionWe are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
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Job:Business Planning
Job Level:Director
The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 150,500 - 301,500 in Colorado // 163,000 - 326,000 in Massachusetts // 143,500 - 347,500 in North Carolina & Texas
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
The estimated job application period closure is September 15 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.
