Senior Operations Project Manager
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.
We are seeking an experienced and “results-oriented” Project Manager to drive operational excellence for the Operations test strategy and programs team. You will be in the forefront working across multiple functional organizations within Pure and to optimize operational efficiencies. With your passion for project management, you will help to define the future of how Pure Storage scales and supports its continually increasing global demand.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead multiple Operations teams on test strategy and project activities.
- Provide project management training and guidance to junior team members
- Manage projects in concert with internal cross-functional stakeholders, functional core teams and contract manufacturers.
- Drive planning and execution of deliverables for multiple projects with your cross functional core teams.
- Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve internal processes and support quality across Operations
- Develop & drive new process initiatives and streamline existing processes to ensure efficiencies at scale.
- Provide comprehensive and consistent project visibility to stakeholders, executives and team members via portals, dashboards and metrics.
- Use exceptional communication skills to accurately convey project strategy, program risks & dependencies, manage issues & mitigations that deliver on the overall success of the projects and related programs..
What you'll bring to this role:
- PMP Certified with SCRUM experience a plus
- 10+ years of a strong, proven track record in one or more of the following disciplines: Program and Project Management / New Product Introduction Manufacturing / Process automation.
- Understanding of global supply chain and manufacturing test engineering practices
- Sound organizational, project management, communication skills and product life cycle knowledge.
- Track record of taking end-to-end ownership, solving problems and successfully delivering results and has an unrelenting tenacity to get things done.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.
- Willing to help train and mentor leads to become better project managers.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, quantitative/technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
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Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.
Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.
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.
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