NetApp, Inc.
Strategy & Operations Senior Associate
NetApp, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Job Summary:
The Enterprise Business Operations team, embedded within the Office of the CEO, works closely with NetApp’s top executives and our three business units (On-prem storage, Public Cloud Storage, and Cloud Operations) to ensure that the company stays on its profitable growth trajectory. The team plays an active role in some of NetApp’s boldest and most strategic decisions in defining and driving greater operational rigor across the business to accelerate our pace of execution. Today, NetApp is leading the way in how our customers get the most out of their data with industry-leading cloud data services, storage systems, and software.
As a Strategy & Operations Senior Associate, you will join a highly entrepreneurial team, including alumni from top management consulting firms and versatile professionals in Enterprise IT. We partner with key stakeholders to define and refine strategy, solve complex problems, build scalable processes, analyze business performance, and execute critical cross-functional initiatives that enable NetApp to achieve its business objectives. You will play a role in driving needle-moving cross-functional projects, building relationships with several top executives across the company, and will gradually specialize in one of NetApp’s business units. This position provides unparalleled senior executive exposure and is often the avenue to unique functional leadership roles at NetApp.
** This is a hybrid role in our San Jose, CA office**
Job Responsibilities:
Structure complex problems and drive solutions and processes with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver high business impact
Provide thought leadership and strategic advice to leaders across the company
Tackle hard questions with rigor and perseverance, owning the project from problem definition to final recommendation
Present recommendations and lead discussions across multiple levels of management
Lead multiple projects and/or workstreams independently
Assist in the development and execution of AI-driven strategic initiatives to drive business growth and operational efficiency
Support establishing project guardrails and KPIs to capture progress and value of AI projects and contribute to visualizing updates to C-Staff
Work with cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders to structure complex problems, drive alignment, and implement strategic AI projects
Wear the hat of a product manager to build AI solutions that provide C-Staff with real‑time market and internal performance data and insights at their fingertips
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions
Job Requirements:
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills
Strong people development and leadership skills, able to manage multiple extended and/or virtual teams
Demonstrated project leadership experience, with the ability to develop and lead projects end‑to‑end
Familiarity with the enterprise IT industry, particularly the storage market, products, and technologies
Experience in building trusted advisor relationships and influencing others, working effectively with people at all levels in an organization
Strong presence in front of senior executives, comfortable in both business and technical discussions
Intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding the fundamental drivers of business success and competitive advantage
Proven ability to structure complex problems, develop clear hypotheses, and drive towards actionable recommendations
Experience with AI projects or technology‑driven initiatives is a plus
Education and Experience
3–5 years of total professional experience in strategy, operations, management consulting, or a similar analytical role
MBA preferred, but not required
Experience in top‑tier management consulting or a Strategy & Operations role within a high‑tech or enterprise technology company is highly beneficial
Demonstrated ability to:
Structure and solve complex business problems
Drive cross‑functional initiatives with senior stakeholders
Synthesize insights into clear, actionable recommendations
Exposure to AI‑driven initiatives, analytics, or technology‑enabled transformation is a plus
Compensation: The target salary range for this position is $138K - $179K. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in‑office and/or in‑person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.
Why You’ll Thrive at NetApp At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment—you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.
NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise‑grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.
Our culture We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed—they drive everything we do.
If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.
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As a Strategy & Operations Senior Associate, you will join a highly entrepreneurial team, including alumni from top management consulting firms and versatile professionals in Enterprise IT. We partner with key stakeholders to define and refine strategy, solve complex problems, build scalable processes, analyze business performance, and execute critical cross-functional initiatives that enable NetApp to achieve its business objectives. You will play a role in driving needle-moving cross-functional projects, building relationships with several top executives across the company, and will gradually specialize in one of NetApp’s business units. This position provides unparalleled senior executive exposure and is often the avenue to unique functional leadership roles at NetApp.
** This is a hybrid role in our San Jose, CA office**
Job Responsibilities:
Structure complex problems and drive solutions and processes with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver high business impact
Provide thought leadership and strategic advice to leaders across the company
Tackle hard questions with rigor and perseverance, owning the project from problem definition to final recommendation
Present recommendations and lead discussions across multiple levels of management
Lead multiple projects and/or workstreams independently
Assist in the development and execution of AI-driven strategic initiatives to drive business growth and operational efficiency
Support establishing project guardrails and KPIs to capture progress and value of AI projects and contribute to visualizing updates to C-Staff
Work with cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders to structure complex problems, drive alignment, and implement strategic AI projects
Wear the hat of a product manager to build AI solutions that provide C-Staff with real‑time market and internal performance data and insights at their fingertips
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions
Job Requirements:
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills
Strong people development and leadership skills, able to manage multiple extended and/or virtual teams
Demonstrated project leadership experience, with the ability to develop and lead projects end‑to‑end
Familiarity with the enterprise IT industry, particularly the storage market, products, and technologies
Experience in building trusted advisor relationships and influencing others, working effectively with people at all levels in an organization
Strong presence in front of senior executives, comfortable in both business and technical discussions
Intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding the fundamental drivers of business success and competitive advantage
Proven ability to structure complex problems, develop clear hypotheses, and drive towards actionable recommendations
Experience with AI projects or technology‑driven initiatives is a plus
Education and Experience
3–5 years of total professional experience in strategy, operations, management consulting, or a similar analytical role
MBA preferred, but not required
Experience in top‑tier management consulting or a Strategy & Operations role within a high‑tech or enterprise technology company is highly beneficial
Demonstrated ability to:
Structure and solve complex business problems
Drive cross‑functional initiatives with senior stakeholders
Synthesize insights into clear, actionable recommendations
Exposure to AI‑driven initiatives, analytics, or technology‑enabled transformation is a plus
Compensation: The target salary range for this position is $138K - $179K. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in‑office and/or in‑person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.
Why You’ll Thrive at NetApp At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment—you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.
NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise‑grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.
Our culture We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed—they drive everything we do.
If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.
#J-18808-Ljbffr