Head of business Operations

We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.

What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse? 

The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 9,000 customers including 50% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions. 

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

For eight straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant 

Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally

Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions

And, our 4,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go

If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.

 

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

Most importantly, in this role you will be the glue that holds the organisation together by being responsible for people, operations, budgets, project delivery and strategy and that will include responsibilities like (but not limited to):

• Drive and track strategy execution for the engineering & product teams.
• Be an advisor and thought partner to the VP, Head of India R&D & Operations (referenced 'Managing Director' hereafter), and be able to stand-in during meetings, take key decisions and speak on their behalf.
• Ensure the org is optimised and fit for purpose with the succession plan, meaning, helping to develop collaboration tools to drive Employees development, retention, and Employee Engagement.
• Touchpoint/responsible for all business operations, this can be a subset of (Governance, AOP planning and tracking, Hiring, Vendor Management and Administration) or a collection of all. This scope can grow outside of the region.
• Operational Accountability and Finance Transparency, drive cost efficiencies.
• Work closely with the leadership team to establish the scope and goals of the effort and provide leadership for the program teams
• Accountable for setting the Framework, processes & procedures across the Site/Business.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

• Solid track record of leading product teams and / or business operations management with a minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Ability to hold together, drive and lead business operations and site governance
• Well versed in working with international stakeholders and leaders
• Possess ability to lay out plans, execute and monitor based on high level vision
• A strong multi-tasker who can deal with multiple threads and follow through to completion
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and provide clarity, cut through the clutter and bring in streamlined manner of operations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good to strong understanding of budgets, AOP, finance
• Must have led functional groups involved in some part of product / customer life cycle
• Top class stakeholder management, outstanding communication skills to reflect clarity of thought
• Demonstrated ability to take charge of tough problems, attacking them from different angles and bring together a diverse array of stakeholders on the same page and drive great business results. 
• Ability to define the right metrics, track and refine them and extract insights to drive decision making. 
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, agile development environment and manage multiple, concurrent priorities and projects
• Operational Excellence & Performance Management, as well as, bringing innovations into the workplace.

Qualifications:

Graduate / masters degree in technology or business. MBA will be a plus 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.

WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. At Pure Storage, diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.​ 

Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel you’re a good match, please apply.