Financial Cost Optimization Program Manager

Req ID: 355070 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Financial Cost Optimization Program Manager to join our team in Dallas, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead cost optimization initiatives and integrated program management across large-scale, multi-site operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in program management, financial governance, and technology-driven transformation, with a proven track record of delivering measurable business impact in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Cost Optimization Programs: Architect and execute strategies for cost optimization, including cloud spend management, license cost reduction, and process automation to drive significant financial savings.
• Integrated Program Management: Oversee end-to-end program delivery for transformation projects, including intake, root cause analysis, implementation, and validation phases.
• Data Governance & Modernization: Manage data quality remediation, data pipeline analysis, and regulatory compliance across enterprise platforms
• Cloud FinOps & Technology Enablement: Drive cloud financial operations (FinOps), data center optimization, and AI/ML-based business impact projects
• Operational Transformation:  Workflow redesign and optimization through Six Sigma projects.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, compliance, InfoSec, HR, facilities) to deliver seamless technology rollouts, platform migrations, and operational transitions.
• KPI & Contract Governance: Govern KPIs, contractual adherence, and risk management for huge portfolios.
• Capacity & Workforce Planning: Lead capacity planning, productivity management, and workforce optimization for global operations.
  
  

Basic Requirements

• 10+ years in program management, operations, and cost optimization within technology domains

Additional Skills

• Preferred Certifications:  PMP, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean, Agile & Scrum
• Technical Skills: Data governance, cloud program governance, analytics enablement, contract and finance management, transitions management, workforce management
• Domain Expertise: Trust & Safety, Banking & Financial Services, DevOps, Content Moderation, Ad Sales, Product Testing, ITIL support
• Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading large teams (direct and indirect reports), managing multi-site portfolios, and delivering transformation projects with measurable business impact
• Preferred Attributes:  Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities
•  Experience with cloud platforms, AI/ML projects, and RPA tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to execute Six Sigma and Lean projects for operational improvement
• Experience in vendor management, offshorability analysis, and process digitization

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