Global Operations Director – Services

Bloom Energy; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 209,100 - 300,900; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy is seeking a Global Operations Director – Services to oversee the execution of efficient and compliant service strategies. Located in San Jose, California, this role involves establishing a global operational strategy, managing service processes, and ensuring KPI-driven performance management. Candidates should have 10-15+ years' experience in service delivery, a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary ranging from $209,100 to $300,900.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of experience in service delivery or operational leadership roles.
• Experience operating in a global, contract-based service model.
• Strong background in KPI design and operational analytics.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the global services operations strategy.
• Implement and maintain standard global service processes.
• Drive productivity and efficiency improvements.

Skills

KPI design

Operational analytics

Performance management systems

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business

Job description

## .Global Operations Director – Services page is loaded## Global Operations Director – Serviceslocations: San Jose, Californiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-22494The Global Operations Director – Services is responsible for driving consistent, efficient, and contract-compliant service execution across the global installed base. This role serves as the single point of accountability for global service operational performance, working through regional and functional teams. This entails focuses on standardization of service processes, KPI-driven performance management, operational cost control, parts fulfillment and inventory effectiveness, and disciplined contract execution.**Key Responsibilities:****Strategy Development & Global Operating Model*** Define and own the global services operations strategy, aligned with the business objectives, installed base growth, and long-term services roadmap.* Translate business and services strategy into a scalable global operating model spanning Field Services, Parts, Logistics, and service execution partners.* Develop **multi-year (3–5 year) strategic initiatives** covering: + Service delivery model evolution + Regional footprint and capacity strategy + Cost structure and productivity transformation + Digital enablement and automation* Lead annual operating plan development, including strategic priorities, key initiatives, resourcing, and investment plans.* Establish strategy-to-execution governance, ensuring priorities are translated into measurable KPIs and actionable execution plans.**Standardization of Service Processes & KPI Management*** Define, implement, and maintain standard global service processes across Field Services, Logistics, Parts Services.* Own and manage the global services KPI framework covering safety, quality, delivery, reliability, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction.* Lead operational performance reviews and ensure corrective actions.* Partner with BI and Reporting teams to guide development of core operational systems aligned with service roadmap**Operational Cost & Performance Management*** Own service execution cost performance* Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement initiatives.* Drive productivity and efficiency improvements* Identify operational risks impacting performance, cost, or customer commitments and lead mitigation actions**Parts Fulfillment, Inventory & Forecasting*** Govern spare parts execution model in partnership with supply chain* Drive demand forecasting aligned with installed base and schedules.* Optimize inventory levels and improve parts availability while reducing obsolescence.* Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve parts availability, lead times, and service readiness**Contract Management*** Ensure operational compliance with service LTSA agreements.* Translate contract terms into execution plans and KPIs.* Partner with customer success, fulfillment and Legal to manage LD risk and resolve escalations**Leadership & Cross‐Functional Collaboration*** Lead strategic initiatives to drive improvements within Services* Act as a key operational interface across Supply Chain, Engineering, Commercial, Finance* Provide clear visibility to senior leadership on service performance, risks, and improvement action**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business* Experience operating in a global, contract-based service model* Strong background in KPI design, operational analytics, and performance management systems* Experience scaling operations in a high-growth or asset-intensive environment* 10-15+ years of experience in service delivery or operational leadership roles, with demonstrated expertise in regional or global operations* Demonstrated experience leading managers and influencing global, matrixed teams across regions and functions**Preferred*** Experience with fuel cells, CHP, microgrids, or distributed energy systems.* Exposure to solid-oxide or high-temperature electrochemical systems.# Salary Ranges:$209,100.00 - $300,900.00Bloom Energy's mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. With roots in NASA’s Mars Program, the company’s founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, developed an innovative fuel cell technology that is shifting the energy paradigm and redefining the electric power market.The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions.By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence.Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries.The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.