Job Summary
The Senior Business Manager serves as the operational and financial leader for engineering organizations, partnering with technical leaders to drive business planning, budget management, workforce strategy, vendor governance, and operational excellence. This role enables engineering teams to execute strategic priorities while ensuring compliance, financial accountability, and effective resource management.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Budget Management
Lead annual and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Manage operating expenses, project investments, and headcount budgets.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to engineering leadership.
Develop business cases supporting strategic investments and initiatives. [office.com]
Vendor & Supplier Management
Own vendor engagement strategy, SOW governance, procurement processes, and contract lifecycle management.
Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely onboarding, renewals, and compliance.
Drive supplier relationship management and vendor negotiations. [office.com]
Workforce & Resource Planning
Manage headcount planning, staffing strategies, and workforce forecasting.
Coordinate resource allocation across programs and engineering initiatives.
Support onboarding and organizational growth initiatives. [office.com]
Business Operations & Governance
Establish operational rhythms, business reviews, and executive reporting.
Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across teams.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, procurement controls, and financial governance requirements.
Create and maintain business process documentation and reporting mechanisms. [office.com]
Program & Stakeholder Management
Partner with engineering leaders, finance, HR, procurement, and external suppliers.
Lead cross-functional initiatives requiring coordination across multiple organizations.
Facilitate strategic planning discussions and execution tracking.
Present recommendations and status updates to senior leadership. [office.com]
Required Skills
Budget Management
Financial Analysis & Forecasting
Vendor Management & Procurement
Strategic Planning
Program Management
Stakeholder Management
Compliance Management
Executive Reporting
Business Intelligence / Data Analysis
Risk Management
Cross-functional Leadership
Business Communications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting engineering, hardware, semiconductor, cloud infrastructure, or technology organizations.
Strong financial planning and business operations background.
Experience managing supplier ecosystems and SOW/contract governance.
Advanced analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills.
Success Measures
Budget accuracy and forecast predictability.
Timely vendor onboarding and contract execution.
Effective workforce and headcount management.
Operational efficiency improvements.
Stakeholder satisfaction and successful execution of strategic business initiatives.