Strategic Programs Manager – Ops & OKRs

Google; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 188,000 - 274,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google is seeking a Business Strategy and Operations Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects for the Data Center Operations (DCOps) field teams. You will coordinate requirements, manage schedules, identify risks, and communicate with cross-functional partners across offices and time zones.

Your role will streamline the OKR process, enhance the Rhythm of Business, and ensure clear, two-way communication between field teams and leadership to reduce friction and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in program or project management.
• 8 years of experience in business strategy, operations, or program management, with a focus on designing and driving organizational processes.
• 8 years of experience managing organizational rhythms (e.g., monthly/quarterly business reviews, OKR tracking, leadership summits) or executing internal communication strategies for operations.
• 8 years of experience managing cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a team multiplier for our field teams by proactively identifying and eliminating operational bottlenecks and administrative friction that impede their daily work.
• Own the end-to-end OKR process for the organization, leading the setup, tracking, and alignment of OKRs while ensuring that objectives are clear, relevant to field needs, and designed to minimize reporting overhead.
• Organize and facilitate the regular meetings that keep the organization aligned, ensuring discussions are productive, and that critical blockers are identified and cleared.
• Build trusted partnerships across cross-functional groups to drive operational improvements and ensure that initiatives are designed with business needs in mind.
• Look for ways to simplify how we work.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Business strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google is seeking a Business Strategy and Operations Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects for the Data Center Operations (DCOps) field teams. You will coordinate requirements, manage schedules, identify risks, and communicate with cross-functional partners across offices and time zones.

Your role will streamline the OKR process, enhance the Rhythm of Business, and ensure clear, two-way communication between field teams and leadership to reduce friction and drive