Senior Director Business Operations

Energy Recovery • San Leandro, CA

272d • $225,000 - $260,000

About The Position

At Energy Recovery, we build products that help limit global temperature rise, reduce carbon emissions, provide safe drinking water for millions of people, and bring efficiency and sustainability to a range of industries. Our products help customers avoid approximately 19.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions per year -- equivalent to removing over 4.7 million cars from the road! In addition to innovating world-class products that help our customers and the environment, our employees enjoy a diverse, collaborative work culture, as well as extensive company benefits that support the overall wellbeing of our staff. This includes everything from generous health plans and time off, paid family leave, subsidized lunches and company events, and opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering in the community. Come find out why we've been a certified Great Place to Work for 3 years in a row! The Sr. Director, Business Operations will provide cross-functional leadership and management to ensure the successful launch of key initiatives across Energy Recovery. This role involves leading the new product introduction process and other critical cross-enterprise projects. Collaborating with senior leaders from various departments, including Business Units, R D, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Marketing, this leader will drive overall program plans to ensure successful product launches and the execution of other initiatives. The position will manage a small team of two project managers, ensuring critical milestones are met and identifying opportunities to accelerate progress, reduce costs, and maintain high quality. Broad business acumen is essential to balance the needs of diverse external and internal stakeholders. Successful incumbents in this role may advance to large commercial leadership or significant functional leadership positions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated broad business and financial acumen through a successful track record in consulting, engineering, or commercial roles.
• Direct experience in planning, executing, supervising, and controlling technical, operational, financial, budgeting, and contractual commitments.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with proven ability to drive accountability and a shared sense of purpose within the team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage NPI programs from concept to market launch, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery and accountability.
• Oversee large enterprise projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Mentor, guide, and support a team of two project managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within all projects and the company.
• All other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for family coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future.
• Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Mental Wellness Support with therapy and coaching in addition to an employee assistance program.
• Access to our on-site gym with an on-site trainer, yoga classes and gym reimbursement for remote employees.
• Regular team-building activities and social events to foster a positive work culture such as ping-pong tournaments, gratitude lunches, and summer BBQs.
• Earn up to $1,500 for referring friends.
• Pre-tax savings for medical expenses, commuter, and dependent care, helping you manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Financial support for continuing education, including courses and degree programs to help you advance your career.
• Generous paid leave for new parents to bond with their children and support family needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree