Principal Business Operations Manager Strategy & Business Operations

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Principal Business Operations Manager - Strategy & Business Operations

San Mateo or San Diego CA (Hybrid)

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Program Manager to lead and scale strategic program operations across the organization. This role is pivotal in shaping the companys short- medium- and long-term strategy driving operational excellence and establishing high-impact operating mechanisms between business and corporate functions. The ideal candidate will be a systems thinker a strategic executor and a context-driven leader who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Program Management

Drive the execution of strategic initiatives that shape the companys long-range planning and annual operating rhythm.

Partner with Strategy Finance and Product leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable programs and measurable outcomes.

Own the context and narrative around strategic goals ensuring clarity and alignment across all levels of the organization.

Business Operations & Productivity

Design and implement scalable operating mechanisms that connect business units departments and corporate functions.

Lead rhythm-of-business processes including yearly planning quarterly reviews and executive decision making.

Identify and remove operational bottlenecks to increase organizational productivity and decision velocity.

Program Leadership & Governance

Establish governance frameworks and decision-making processes that drive accountability and transparency.

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and ensure timely execution of strategic programs.

Generate ownership and drive context by aligning stakeholders around shared goals and outcomes.

Insights & Communication

Develop and maintain dashboards reporting tools and communication channels to track strategic progress and business impact.

Communicate program status risks and decisions to executive leadership with clarity and precision.

Lead strategic workshops milestone reviews and executive briefings to ensure alignment and momentum.

Qualifications

10 years of experience in program management strategy operations or business transformation roles.

Proven success in leading cross-functional programs that span strategy operations and product domains.

Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills with a track record of designing scalable frameworks.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Experience in enterprise enablement strategy or portfolio planning or transformation programs is highly desirable.

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At SIE we consider several factors when setting each roles base pay range including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location.

In addition this role is eligible for SIEs top-tier benefits package that includes medical dental vision matching 401(k) paid time off wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$241000 - $361400 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity gender expression and gender reassignment) race (including colour nationality ethnic or national origin) religion or belief marital or civil partnership status disability age sexual orientation pregnancy maternity or parental status trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 241000 - 361400