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Support Operations Program Manager

Support Operations Program Manager

CompanyNutanix
LocationDurham, NC, USA
Salary$135200 – $270000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on operational efficiency
  • Proactive and results-driven mindset
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
  • Familiarity with frameworks like ITIL or customer support best practices is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise support processes and tools (e.g., CRM, ticketing systems, dashboards)
  • Proficiency in tools like Salesforce, Zendesk, Jira, ServiceNow and Confluence
  • Experience in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
  • Technical background or familiarity with enterprise software products and their support needs
  • PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certifications
  • 5+ years of experience in program management, operations management, or a similar role within a support or enterprise software organization

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage programs that support the strategic goals of the support organization
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, customer outcomes and new product introduction (NPI)
  • Monitor progress of key projects and ensure milestones are met on time and within budget
  • Define and optimize processes, workflows, and tools to enhance the efficiency of the support organization
  • Manage the operational rhythm, including reporting, dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking
  • Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to streamline operations and improve service delivery
  • Partner with support leaders, product teams, and other cross functional teams to ensure alignment across teams and seamless execution of initiatives
  • Act as the primary liaison between support operations and other departments to drive operational improvements
  • Facilitate regular meetings and updates with stakeholders to ensure visibility into support operations
  • Develop and maintain performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of support operations
  • Deliver regular reports to leadership, highlighting operational trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
  • Analyze data to identify patterns, areas for optimization, and actionable insights
  • Evaluate, implement, and manage tools and platforms used within the support organization
  • Drive adoption of new technologies and systems that enhance efficiency and productivity
  • Ensure proper training and enablement for support teams on operational tools and systems

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with frameworks like ITIL or customer support best practices is a plus