Operations Analyst, Software Spend

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a CIO Office role, reporting to the Corporate Technology (CorpTech) Software Spend Manager. You will be responsible for driving the day-to-day operational management of Anduril’s enterprise software spend. You will ensure we have the right tools to support rapid growth while improving visibility, accountability, and efficiency across our software portfolio. In this role, you will operate at the intersection of CorpTech, Finance, Procurement, and senior business stakeholders to drive software optimization initiatives, support cost allocation processes, improve vendor governance, and bring structure to complex, fast-moving operational problems. This role requires strong analytical horsepower, sound business judgment, and the ability to turn incomplete or messy data into actionable recommendations. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, enjoys owning cross-functional initiatives end-to-end, and has a track record of building credibility and stacking wins through rigorous analysis and operational execution.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in business operations, strategy & operations, finance, procurement, vendor management, or related analytical/operational roles
Experience operating in environments with significant recurring spend, complex vendor landscapes, or portfolio-level cost management responsibility
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, including experience with cost modeling, variance analysis, and allocation or chargeback methodologies
Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple functions
Experience supporting or leading vendor renewals, negotiations, or commercial workstreams
Comfort working in systems and data tools to improve process quality, reporting, and operational decision-making
Ability to structure ambiguous problems, develop clear recommendations, and drive execution with limited oversight

Nice To Haves

Experience in hyper-growth or other fast-paced operating environments
Familiarity with enterprise software vendors, licensing constructs, and software spend optimization approaches
Experience working across IT, Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders
Exposure to workflow automation, systems implementation, or operational process design
Familiarity with technical and engineering-heavy environments
Defense/aerospace exposure, including experience operating in regulated environments, is a plus

Responsibilities

Drive cross-functional initiatives that improve the efficiency, governance, and business value of CorpTech’s software spend
Own the operating processes for software cost allocation, chargebacks, and spend visibility across business lines and divisions
Support and lead commercial workstreams with key software vendors, including renewals, negotiations, performance tracking, and issue resolution
Learn & own the systems, data quality, and reporting workflows that underpin software spend management and optimization, (e.g., Oomnitza and related tooling)
Help manage the intake, evaluation, and escalation of new software requests, renewals, and portfolio-related decisions
Build operating mechanisms to track vendor performance, surface risks, and resolve issues with internal stakeholders and external partners
Evaluate evolving business needs through utilization analysis, stakeholder partnership, and structured problem solving to inform software portfolio decisions
Perform deep-dive analyses on major vendors, spending patterns, and usage trends to support optimization decisions and develop business cases for action
Define, track, and report on key operating metrics (e.g., spend per HC, utilization, cost avoidance, savings pipeline)
Lead regular portfolio reviews to identify rationalization opportunities, spending risks, and process improvement opportunities
Produce clear executive reporting and business review materials that translate complex data into decisions, tradeoffs, and action plans

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.