The Impact of a Sr. Business Manager at Coupa:
As the Sr Business Operations Manager within the office of the CPTO, you are the operational architect who transforms hiring, spending, and performance data into strategic clarity for leadership. You are responsible for orchestrating the CPTO's financial and operational rhythms through demand planning, budget optimization, contractor workforce coordination, and PO governance. As a trusted partner across Finance, HR, Engineering, and key organizational functions, you translate strategic priorities into seamless execution through process improvements and operational optimization. Your work directly enables scalable growth while maintaining financial discipline across a large, diverse global organisation.
What You’ll Do
- Compile and analyze weekly/monthly internal indicators related to hiring, spending, and other key metrics, and present findings to the Chief Product and Technology Office team
- Support the hiring process including approvals, process improvement as well as global footprint and site strategy to ensure alignment with organizational goals
- Partner closely with FinOps and Engineering to manage the contractor workforce, ensuring seamless coordination between contingent labor spend and financial reporting
- Aid in target setting and spending initiatives within the Chief Product and Technology Office, including driving efficiencies within an annual $x00m budget.
- Manage and Identify opportunities for process improvement within the purchase order (PO) process, serving as a key gatekeeper by reviewing and providing recommendations for approvals
- Assist in the annual demand planning cycle and budgeting process including developing business justifications for future investment and generating recommendations on investment priority
- Coordinate a portfolio management-lite process to track and manage key projects and initiatives
- Streamline operations and improve processes to support scalability and growth, while partnering with cross-functional teams on ad-hoc projects and general initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness and culture.
What You Will Bring to Coupa
- 8-10 years experience in a similar function
- Experience within a large global corporate environment
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, technology, or a related field
- Proven experience in project coordination or administrative support roles
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently, autonomously and as part of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Skills Required
- 8-10 years experience in a similar function
- Experience within a large global corporate environment
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, technology, or a related field
- Proven experience in project coordination or administrative support roles
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently, autonomously and as part of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
What the Team is Saying
Coupa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe comprehensive healthcare and mental wellness programs for employees and their families, positioning well‑being as a core pillar of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous paid time off, parental leave, and company Wellness Days are highlighted, with remote‑work flexibility available for many roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑focused offerings include parental leave, fertility benefits, family medical leave, and on‑site mother’s rooms to support caregivers.
Coupa Insights
What We Do
Coupa is a global technology company that helps businesses run smarter by connecting all the ways they spend money — from procurement and expenses to payments and supply chain decisions — in one intelligent platform. In simple terms, Coupa gives organizations the visibility and control they need to make better financial choices, reduce waste, and drive real impact. It’s where technology meets purpose: helping companies manage their resources more responsibly while creating a positive ripple across their people, partners, and the planet.
Why Work With Us
At Coupa, we prioritize an inclusive and empathetic workplace where every voice is valued. Our teams are proactive and accountable, ensuring we collaborate effectively to achieve our goals. The foundation of our culture rests on our people; we believe in fostering an environment that encourages innovation and curiosity.
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