Senior Manager, StratOps - Office of the COO/CPO , Santa Clara

Company Description

It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.

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Job Description

We're seeking a Senior Manager, StratOps to join the Office of the COO/CPO. The role reports to the Senior Director and Chief of Staff to the CPO & COO. It is equal parts program owner and strategy and operations partner. You will run the operating rhythm of the office, turn data into fast answers that sharpen management decisions, and own the initiatives that need a clear driver to get done well.

This is a high-visibility role working directly with the CPO & COO, their leadership team, and partners across Communications, Corporate Strategy, Finance, and HR. You will help the office move faster and expand the CPO & COO’s impact as ServiceNow evolves to an AI-native future.

What you get to do in this role

Serve as a key partner to the Chief of Staff to the CPO & COO, running the operating rhythm of one of ServiceNow's most senior teams. Turn discussions into outcomes by capturing decisions, actions, and owners from forums and driving them through to resolution across functions.
Guide cross-portfolio and APEX-organization wide strategic and programmatic initiatives that need a clear driver from the Office of the CPO/COO, with strong project management discipline and ability to get things done across functions.
Be the go-to partner for rapid, evidence-based insight to inform key strategic and operational decisions. Pull the right data, validate hypotheses, size impact, and pressure-test proposals so CPO/COO walks into every decision armed with facts.
Help shape the CPO & COO's internal and external voice across channels, working closely with Communications on thought leadership strategy, speaking opportunities, and content preparation. Partner with the Customer Advocate team to build compelling executive and customer narratives.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you have:

7+ years of relevant work experience (or 4+ years post-MBA or equivalent), preferably in strategy and operations, management consulting, business operations, program management, or a Chief of Staff office at a technology company.
Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, reviewing AI-derived insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn incomplete data into a clear, defensible answer quickly. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
A proven track record of managing cross-functional programs end to end, from scoping through execution and closure.
Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience building executive-level materials and narratives.
Ability to influence without authority and build trusted relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
•Sound judgment and discretion with proprietary information.
Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and is willing to roll up their sleeves.
Knowledge of the SaaS space and enterprise software business models.

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $165,500 - $289,600, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Additional Information

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