Senior Business Operations Manager

Position Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Operations Manager to oversee and optimize our IT strategy and operations working closely with the Director of Digital Technology, Strategy and Operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT management, business process optimization, and strategic planning. They will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment of our IT operations with the organization's overall business objectives.Responsibilities:Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives to optimize IT operations and support the organization's business goals and objectives.Business Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within IT operations, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments to align IT initiatives with business priorities, ensuring seamless integration and support for organizational objectives.IT Governance and Compliance: Understanding of IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and analyze IT performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular reports and insights to senior management to support decision-making and drive continuous improvement.Resource Management: Manage IT resources, including budget, staffing, and infrastructure, to ensure optimal allocation and utilization in support of business objectives.Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with IT vendors and service providers, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations, service level agreements (SLAs), and performance expectations.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate IT risks and vulnerabilities, implementing controls and measures to safeguard data, systems, and infrastructure from security threats and breaches.Change Management: Lead change management efforts related to IT initiatives, ensuring effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and adoption of new technologies and processes.Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the IT organization, fostering innovation, learning, and collaboration to enhance operational excellence and deliver value to the business.