Cloud Adoption Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


NTT is a leading global IT solutions and services organisation that brings together people, data and things to create a better and more sustainable future.

In todayxe2x80x99s xe2x80x98iNTTerconnectedxe2x80x99 world, connections matter more now than ever. By bringing together talented people, world-class technology partners and emerging innovators, we help our clients solve some of the worldxe2x80x99s most significant technological, business and societal challenges.

With people at the heart of our success, NTT is committed to attracting and growing the best talent and providing an environment where everyone feels they can belong and their contribution matters.

Want to be a part of our team? The Digital Transformation Adoption Manager is responsible for taking the data output from the Cloud Economics FinOps Business Analyst in the team and engaging with application owners to share the data analysis and encourage their adoption of the recommendations to drive further cost optimization in our Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform. When cascading the data reference points they will also be accountable for training application owners on where they can self serve the data analysis so they can take accountability for Azure Cost Optimization at the edge of the organization.

Working at NTT

Setting the Scene

NTT has embarked on an ambitious project to consolidate all our Internal Applications into a single governed Cloud platform hosted in Microsoft Azure.

This journey requires the skills of an Adoption Manager who can ensure the platform that we are building is optimized through both a cost and sustainability lens.

Working closely with the Cloud Business Analyst they will take the recommendations to optimize our Cloud Spend and organize workshops with Application Owners to share the data to drive the recommended changes.

Being the main point of contact for application owners looking to optimize their environment they will also be responsible for training application owners to self serve the data sources available to them in real time so they take responsibility for managing their own Cloud Environment at the edge of our organization.

Along with Cost Optimization they will also be responsible for sharing the sustainability data insights gathered to further impact positively our carbon impact.

This position will be required to:

  • Drive optimization and lower the cost of services through centralization, digitalization, optimization, and centralization
  • Develop, implement, and manage the operational aspects of Microsoft Azure Cloud Optimization
  • Provide governance and oversight to ensure that NTT is achieving client and financial management goals by providing quarterly and monthly business reviews and reporting on progress against strategic programmes and projects, as well as operational performance metrics
  • Establish excellent working relationships with internal business stakeholders.
General Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
  • A good understanding of Microsoft Azure Cost Management
  • Assertive in approach coupled with confidence in area of expertise and the ability to facilitate business conversations
  • Strong collaboration skills (verbal and written) coupled with good questioning skills
  • Knowledge and understanding of IT industry environment and business needs
  • Strong relationship management and demonstrated collaborative skills in working with internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent business awareness and solid analytical skills
  • Sound financial management skill
  • Commercial acumen preferable
  • Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions
  • Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively and delegate
  • Ability to persuade, negotiate and influence key stakeholders
  • Good conceptual insight and ability to think strategically
  • Ability to establish and manage processes and practices through collaboration and the understanding of business
  • Ability to manage urgent and complex tasks
  • Strong project management skills.
Qualification and Certifications Required:
  • Problem Management methodology would be advantageous
  • Project Management certification would be advantageous.
Required Experience:
  • Demonstrated experience gained within a similar role
  • Demonstrated experience in IT service delivery management for large multinational.
What will make you a good fit for the role?

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, veteran status, or other protected category

Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

A career at NTT means:

Being part of a global pioneer xe2x80x93 where you gain exposure to our Fortune 500 clients and world-leading global technology partners and work with a network of over 40,000 smart and diverse colleagues across 57 countries, delivering services in over 200 countries.

Being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology xe2x80x93 backed with a 150-year heritage of using technology for good. With 40% of the worldxe2x80x99s internet traffic running on our network and where Emoji were first invented, you can be proud of the groupxe2x80x99s many new xe2x80x98firstsxe2x80x99.

Making a difference xe2x80x93 by doing meaningful work that helps to shape the future for our clients, and across industries and communities around the world.

Being your best self xe2x80x93 in a progressive xe2x80x98Connected Workingxe2x80x99 environment that promotes flexibility, connection and wellbeing. Where diversity and different perspectives are embraced to ensure equal opportunities for all.

Having ongoing opportunities to own and develop your career xe2x80x93 with a personal and professional development plan and access to the broadest learning offerings in the industry.

NTT Corporation

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1264444
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned