Vice President Operations (India)

VP Operations

Remote (India)

Full Time

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning, Budgeting and Execution

Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with the company's long-term goals, leveraging advanced AI-driven forecasting models and scenario planning

Oversee and manage the annual budgeting process, ensuring precise allocation of resources using AI-powered zero-based budgeting techniques

Execute operational strategies with a focus on scalability and sustainability, utilizing AI-enhanced KPIs and dashboards to track progress and outcomes

Resource Management, Utilization, Recruiting and Onboarding

Implement engineering services industry best practices in companywide client delivery efforts, elevate key metrics/KPIs to industry standard levels

Optimize resource allocation through AI-driven resource management tools and techniques, ensuring maximum utilization and productivity

Lead the recruitment process for engineering talent, employing AI-based data-driven hiring practices and competency-based assessments

Oversee comprehensive onboarding programs that integrate new hires efficiently, utilizing AI-powered LMS (Learning Management Systems) for continuous training and development

AI and Advanced Functionality Utilization, Process Improvement

Become one of clients key experts on driving AI efficiency programs

Develop and implement programs to leverage AI in any/all facets of client deliveries

Develop strategies to leverage the AI roadmaps of all company-used platforms in favor of improving quality and/or efficiency of client deliveries, including Jira, Git, Salesforce, PowerBI, etc.

Identify and implement process improvements using AI-enhanced methodologies to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs and improve quality

Conduct AI-driven root cause analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate process inefficiencies and risks

Leverage machine learning models to optimize operations and improve data accuracy

Sponsor initiatives to train staff at all levels and roles and generally keep at the forefront of the AI curve

Team Leadership and Development

Provide leadership, mentoring and motivation to the engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Develop and implement advanced skills training programs, leveraging AI- powered e-learning platforms and hands-on workshops to enhance team capabilities

Quality Control and Assurance

Establish and maintain rigorous quality standards, best practices and regulatory compliance frameworks (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)

Implement AI-driven quality assurance processes, including Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Total Quality Management (TQM), to ensure high-quality deliverables

Cost Management

Develop and implement cost management strategies, utilizing AI-enhanced Activity-Based Costing (ABC) and Earned Value Management (EVM) to maximize resource utilization and efficiency

Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, employing AI-driven project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for key accounts

Ensure timely and on-budget delivery of projects, meeting client scope and deliverables through effective stakeholder management and AI-enhanced communication tools

Risk Management

Identify and mitigate operational risks using advanced AI-driven risk management frameworks

Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies, ideally leveraging AI, including risk assessments, mitigation plans, contingencies

Reporting and Analysis

Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards and analytics using advanced AI-driven data visualization tools (Jira, PowerBI, etc.) to monitor and report on operational performance

Eliminate manual Excel-based reporting by leveraging cloud platform and PowerBI native reporting and analytics capabilities

Design and implement integrated reporting and analytics tools to create visually engaging and intuitive dashboards and reports, emphasizing clear communication of complex data through charts, graphs and other visual elements

Continuous Process Improvement, Automation

Develop and manage a consistent client delivery program, leveraging AI-driven automation tools to eliminate manual processes and drive efficiency

Implement AI-enhanced CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) pipelines to streamline and automate operational workflows

Continuously evaluate, update and improve processes. Implement feedback loops to gather user input and drive system enhancements

Stay updated on engineering services latest industry best practices. Proactively identify/implement process improvements to enhance efficiency/effectiveness

Utilize strong analytical skills to gather and analyze data, identify trends and drive data-driven decision-making. Translate complex data and insights into rigorous, clear, actionable recommendations

Present complex data and operational insights graphically and concisely to stakeholders, utilizing advanced AI-driven data visualization techniques and storytelling methods

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Jira for project management and time tracking, including advanced AI-driven Jira workflows and automation

Expertise in PowerBI for reporting and data visualization, including DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) and Power Query

Strong understanding of utilization and time tracking/analytics, employing AI- powered tools like Harvest, Toggl, or similar