Sr. Business Planning Manager - Cloud FinOps
Core
Lead Cloud FinOps function overseeing cloud costs and consumption across 10 entities, implementing cost optimization strategies and aligning executives on cloud and AI strategy.
Role type
Senior Business Planning Manager (Cloud FinOps)
Builds
Cloud cost optimization strategies, financial models, and consumption forecasts for public cloud providers.
Domain
Financial Services / Cloud Infrastructure Management
Required skills
Cloud cost management, financial modeling, SQL, data analytics, vendor negotiation, budget management, policy development, cloud platform knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks), AI usage tracking.
Preferred skills
MBA or MS in Management Information Systems/Technology Management, experience in financial analysis within technology environments, certification in Cloud FinOps, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Technologies
AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Databricks, SQL, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Lead Public cloud technology lane portfolio end-to-end from a Cloud FinOps demand management perspective; Develop cloud consumption views and growth forecasts; Analyze cloud usage and cost trends to identify optimization opportunities; Develop and implement strategies for optimizing cloud resources; Drive technology purchases by writing business justifications; Influence technology decisions through business intelligence and data analytics; Work closely with project teams to establish and manage cloud budgets; Forecast cloud and AI usage and costs; Engage with Cloud service providers to negotiate favorable pricing; Establish and enforce cloud & AI cost management policies; Track cloud and AI costs in real time; Generate regular reports and dashboards to communicate cost-related insights; Run SQL scripts to extract utilization data and perform analytics; Assist product owners with execution of technology strategy; Partner with product owners to identify expense reduction opportunities; Review demand for new purchases with product owners; Stay updated on industry trends, new cloud services, and pricing models.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
