[Hiring] Director, Business Operations @Hitachi

Role Description

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.

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

Qualifications

• 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

Requirements

• 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)

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing
• Flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent)
• Opportunities for autonomy, freedom, and ownership

Company Description

We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society.

• Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives
• Commitment to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems
• Equal opportunity employer welcoming all applicants for employment