Associate Manager, Operations - R01572457

Brillio 2; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Brillio 2 is seeking an Associate Manager, Operations in Bengaluru to lead multiple project teams, optimize scheduling with MS Project, and implement Agile/Scrum/SAFe practices. You will drive budget tracking, risk mitigation, and KPI reporting for senior leadership while mentoring staff to sustain high performance.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, and adherence to PM standards to achieve organizational goals and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in project management and operations leadership.
• Hands-on with MS Project Plans to track progress and resources.
• Experience applying Agile, Scrum, and SAFe methodologies.
• Strong budgeting, risk, and KPI tracking capabilities.
• Experience with Jira, Trello, and Asana.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple project teams to meet milestones.
• Develop and optimize MS Project Plans to forecast outcomes.
• Apply Agile, Scrum, and SAFe to improve operations.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and risks; resolve issues.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align goals.
• Prepare detailed status reports and insights for leadership.
• Ensure adherence to PM standards and best practices.
• Mentor teams to drive accountability and high performance.

Skills

Agile methods

Scrum

SAFe

Risk management

Budgeting & cost tracking

KPIs & performance metrics

Process optimization

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/IT/PM

CSM

PMP

Tools

MS Project Plan

Jira

Trello

Asana

Job description

Associate Manager, Operations

Experience Range: 5 to 8 years of experience in project management and operations, including hands‑on leadership of complex projects utilizing industry-standard methodologies

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee multiple project teams to ensure timely achievement of operational objectives and project milestones
• Develop, maintain, and optimize MS Project Plans to track progress, allocate resources, and forecast project outcomes
• Apply Agile, Scrum, and SAFe methodologies to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and risks, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize impact
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align project goals with organizational strategy and requirements
• Prepare and deliver detailed project status reports, metrics, and insights to senior management and stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices and standards in project management
• Mentor and coach team members to foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance

Required Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in MS Project Plan for scheduling and resource management
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and SAFe
• Experience with project management frameworks such as PMP and CSM
• Expertise in risk management and mitigation strategies
• Proficient in project budgeting and financial tracking
• Ability to develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational excellence
• Experience with process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with large-scale enterprise transformation projects
• Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles
• Familiarity with ITIL or similar operational frameworks
• Background in managing remote or distributed teams
• Expertise in change management processes
• Ability to leverage data analytics for operational decision-making

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification