Business Operations Program Manager, Global Data Centers
Job Summary
Job Description
As a Business Operations Program Manager, you'll oversee data center system maintenance agreements, lead cost control and procurement projects, collaborate with stakeholders (like EHS), and support local Data Center Technicians. Responsibilities include annual budget development, proposal evaluation, vendor onboarding, cost analysis, and providing data-driven insights. You'll act as a local escalation point for finance matters and ensure compliance with local regulations. The role demands strong program/project management skills, financial acumen, and effective stakeholder communication. You'll work within Google's Technical Infrastructure team, contributing to the smooth operation of Google's global data centers.
Must have:
- Program/Project Management
- Accounting & AP/AR
- Local Tax & Administration
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Vendor Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
Good to have:
- ERP Software
- Purchase Order Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Knowledge of local authority requirements
8 skills required
Job Details
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience in program or project management.
- Experience in accounting and managing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Experience with local tax and administration.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in vendor relationships and agreement management.
- Experience in providing support for budgeting, forecasting, and purchase orders.
- Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
- Knowledge of local authority requirements to ensure the successful running of the data center.
About the job
As a Business Operations Program Manager, you will oversee the maintenance agreements of Data Center related systems. You will lead cost control, contractor management, and procurement projects, collaborating with other stakeholders like the Environment, Health, and Safety department. In this role, you will support local Data Center Technicians by ensuring they are informed regarding relevant processes. You will serve as a local escalation point for finance-related matters. You will maintain key metrics, provide data, and conduct analyses to facilitate informed decision-making.Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.Responsibilities
- Execute assignments with varying supervision levels, showcasing self-initiative and adaptability.
- Lead annual budget development aligning with objectives. Provide estimates for operational and capital budgets, and regularly review and communicate budget reports with variance analysis and insights.
- Evaluate proposals using a structured decision-making matrix, award agreements, and ensure seamless stakeholder communication.
- Collect and analyze cost data, support management in maintaining key performance metrics, and provide data-driven insights for planning.
- Facilitate the onboarding process for new suppliers, ensuring they receive assistance in the local language, guidance on legal compliance, and acting as a local point of contact for audits.
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