Director, Business Operations

Role Overview

We're seeking a Director - level Operations person to support the SVP/GM of our Hybrid Cloud business. This role is designed for a strong operator-strategist who thrives in fast-moving environments and enjoys translating strategy into execution.

You'll sit at the intersection of Hybrid & Multi-Cloud platforms, AI-driven data services, and Unstructured Data (Block, File, Object) - helping drive alignment, operating rigor, and momentum across product, engineering, GTM, and finance.

This is a high-visibility role with a clear path to broader leadership responsibilities. Not a note-taker or a traffic cop. More like the person who quietly makes sure the train arrives early.

Key Responsibilities

Business Operations & Execution

• Support the SVP/GM in running the operating cadence: MBRs, QBRs, AOP execution, roadmap reviews
• Drive follow-through on key decisions, priorities, and action items across teams
• Track execution against business goals, KPIs, and strategic initiatives
• Identify risks, dependencies, and gaps early-and help resolve them before they become escalations

Cross-Functional Initiative Management

• Program-manage strategic initiatives spanning Hybrid Cloud platforms, AI capabilities, and Unstructured Data services
• Coordinate across Product, Engineering, Cloud Ops, Sales, Marketing, and Services to ensure alignment and progress
• Help connect product roadmap GTM readiness customer outcomes
• Bring structure to ambiguity (and calm to chaos)

AI, Cloud & Data Platform Support

• Assist in aligning AI strategy with data platform capabilities (unstructured data pipelines, metadata, governance)
• Support execution of cloud-native services, subscription/consumption models, and platform integrations
• Stay current on market trends in AI infrastructure, hybrid cloud, and data services to inform planning and messaging

Executive Communications & Leadership Enablement

• Prepare executive-ready materials: strategy decks, business reviews, decision memos, and internal updates
• Synthesize inputs from multiple stakeholders into clear, concise narratives
• Represent the SVP/GM in select meetings as a delegate and follow-up owner
• Ensure leadership messages land clearly across global teams

Operational Rigor & Continuous Improvement

• Help streamline processes, clarify ownership, and improve decision velocity
• Support org planning, headcount discussions, and operating model evolution
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and results

What You Bring

• 8-12 years of experience in business operations, strategy, product operations, consulting, or program leadership
• Exposure to Hybrid Cloud, Cloud Platforms, AI/ML, or Data Infrastructure environments
• Experience working closely with senior leaders in complex, matrixed organizations
• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives with competing priorities

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a bias toward execution
• Excellent written and verbal communication-clear, structured, and audience-aware
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and fast-changing environments
• High EQ, sound judgment, and the ability to influence without formal authority
• Organized, detail-oriented, and relentlessly reliable (the "gets it done" reputation)

Why This Role

This role offers a front-row seat to how a modern Hybrid Cloud + AI + Unstructured Data business is built and scaled. You'll work directly with senior leadership, gain deep exposure to strategy and execution, and develop a strong platform for future GM, product, or operations leadership roles.

In short: high trust, high impact, high learning curve

As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is: $190K to $250K. Expected on-target earnings: $243K to $315K

The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara's bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program's conditions and restrictions.

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