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Program Manager, Global Business Operations

Akamai · Posted Oct 12

Cloud computing, cybersecurity, and content delivery network services

Bengaluru, IndiaFull-timeRemote · India-wideMid Level2–4 years₹20.0L–₹32.0L yearly46 applicants
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About the role

The Global Strategy and Operations team works at the intersection of Global Business Operations, Global Site Governance, and COE Evolution, partnering with Regional Managing Directors, Global Site Leaders, and functional heads. This newly created Program Manager role drives regional business reviews, coordinates the Regional Operating Committee, and operationalizes a governance model for Centers of Excellence across divisions, geographies, and functions.

What you will do

  • Lead the planning of regional business reviews and coordinate the Regional Operating Committee (OC) by setting agendas, prioritizing strategic topics, and tailoring content for executive messaging.
  • Support the Regional Managing Director (MD) and cross-functional leaders, helping them stay aligned, focused, and organized around the region's top priorities.
  • Bringing strong initiative, learning from senior team members, and working as a supportive, reliable team player to refine team workflows.
  • Lead the evolution of existing Centers of Excellence (COEs), developing and operationalizing a program governance model that optimizes current structures and enables future growth.
  • Partner with Site Leaders and governance teams to capture and analyze data on site events globally.

Skills used in this role

Program ManagementStakeholder ManagementCommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

What the employer is looking for

  • Master’s degree in Development Studies, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in program management, with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable social impact.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and nurture relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action, manage multiple priorities, and drive cross-functional collaboration

Benefits and support

  • Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting

About Akamai

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Akamai is a global cloud computing, cybersecurity, and content delivery network company that powers and protects digital experiences online. Its distributed edge platform optimizes web and application performance while providing robust enterprise security solutions. The company serves major global enterprises across various industries, enabling scalable cloud infrastructure and advanced threat mitigation.

Industry
Cloud Computing
Company size
11000+ employees
Founded
1998
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Funding stage
Public Company

Funding

Public Company · $61.5M raised

Apple
  • 2023-08-16Post Ipo Debt

Leadership

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Tom Leighton

Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder

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Ed McGowan

EVP & Chief Financial Officer

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Robert Blumofe

EVP & Chief Technology Officer

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Adam Karon

Chief Operating Officer & GM, Cloud Technology Group

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