Principal Business Operations Manager - Games & IP

Bungie is seeking a Principal Business Operations Manager (BOM) for an outstanding opportunity to partner with the President of Games & IP. The Games & IP Leadership Team collaboratively develops cross-franchise strategies for aligned roadmap plans, games & IP strategy, and investments in Central Technology, Shared Publishing, or External Development. 

The Principal BOM will design, own, and drive the rhythm of the business for the Games & IP Leadership Team to define and align to the overall Bungie strategy. They will also manage and mentor the business operations managers embedded directly with business unit leadership teams. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, empathetic, and has a demonstrated ability in organizing people with a service mindset and aligning their strengths to the processes as needed. They will also have a deep understanding of both the business and creative dimensions of the game industry. If you have a passion for continuous improvement and are excited by the opportunity to orchestrate complex projects and critical initiatives, then we might have the role for you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates 5 Year Product Roadmap and Plan, Games & IP inputs in the Mid-Range Plan, and Annual Operating Plan along with progress against them through Monthly and Quarterly Reviews 
• Builds the connective tissues (processes, templates, etc) that bridge the product plans with business targets, streamlining the work for both finance and business unit leaders.
• Owns the studio Games and IP calendar in concert with the annual business rhythm. 
• Manages studio decision-making forums such as product gates when executive review is required. 
• Oversees Games & IP, Product Council meetings, processes, and backlogs. 
• Identifies and drives resolution to issues and conflicts within the Games & IP group.
• Project Manages ad hoc strategic and tactical initiatives. 
• Leads a team of Business Operations Managers embedded in business units to orchestrate studio planning, cascade goals and plans, and roll up and align initiatives. 

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Experience leading and managing a Business Operations organization, preferably in games or entertainment. 
• Experience coordinating annual strategy and budget planning cycles. 
• Experience with business process design 
• Outstanding facilitation skills and experience working with senior leaders.
• Outstanding project management skills 
• Outstanding communication skills 
• Evidence of superior people management skills 
• Proficient in project management tools and Excel