Financial Cost Optimization Program Manager

Req : 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.

• 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 Fin Ops & Technology Enablement:
  Drive cloud financial operations (Fin Ops), 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, Info Sec, 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.

• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  PMP, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean, Agile & Scrum.
• Experience:
  
  15+ years in program management, operations, and cost optimization within technology domains.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Data governance, cloud program governance, analytics enablement, contract and finance management, transitions management, workforce management.
• Domain Expertise:
  Trust & Safety, Banking & Financial Services, Dev Ops, 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.

• 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.

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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