Sr Manager, Product Operations

Full Time
Santa Clara, CA, USA
5 hours ago

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.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

You’ll help Pure launch and retire products with precision and consistency by ensuring our SKU process runs like clockwork, bridging the gap between business goals and operational execution. Your ability to drive alignment and clarity will directly support our ability to scale.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING...

  • Build and lead a high-performing team of Program Managers, Business Systems Analysts, and Product Configuration Managers to manage SKU orderability (activation and deactivation) across the product lifecycle.
  • Serve as global process owner: design, implement, and optimize cross-functional processes to improve SKU orderbility to ensure efficiencies at scale.
  • Lead the team to drive clear timelines and deliverables for SKU configuration, testing, and deployment activities in alignment with product launch milestones,
  • Drive collaboration and alignment with Product Management, Sales Ops, Services, IT, Supply Chain, and other key partners to maintain focus on strategic priorities.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure organizational impact and operational effectiveness.
  • Develop and mentor talents, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance.
  • Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and blockers to SKU readiness, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THIS ROLE...

  • 10 + years of a strong, proven track record in a high-tech environment focusing on one or more areas: Program and Project Management, Go-to-Market launch, CPQ releases, Service
  • 2+ years experience managing and developing direct reports in a high-performance, cross-functional environment.
  • Solid understanding of product config, price and quote, knowledge on all type marketing SKUs, including Hardware, Service, Subscription, etc.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Experience managing operations across multiple geographic regions and cultures.
  • Familiarity with project tracking and sales enablement tools (Jira, Sales Force, or similar) and comfort working in agile or hybrid delivery environments.
  • Broad understanding of Pure’s products and services technologies is highly desired.

We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

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Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations. 

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity. 

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

The annual base salary range is: $176,000—$265,000 USD

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.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:

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. Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.