Director Data Services Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Req ID: 372170 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Client Delivery Executive - CDE II - Onsite in Irvine, CA to join our team in Irvine, California (US-CA), United States (US).

Prior to Applying, Please Read: **This is NOT a remote a position and requires working onsite daily at client's location in Irvine, CA. Please do not apply if you cannot commute daily to Irvine, CA. Thanks in advance.

This Senior Client Delivery and Operations Leadership Position is responsible for the end-to-end management of NTT DATA services for strategic clients. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, ensuring operational excellence, service quality, contractual compliance, and customer satisfaction while driving business growth and innovation. The position requires strong expertise in IT service delivery across applications, cloud, infrastructure, security, workspace, and consulting services, along with the ability to lead large, matrixed teams, manage financial performance, and leverage automation and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency and business outcomes. Ideal candidates possess a proven track record of managing complex enterprise environments, building CXO-level relationships, and delivering transformational results across industries such as Manufacturing, Banking, Commercial, or Healthcare.

Role Responsibilities:

Operations:

• Accountable for end-to-end delivery of NTT DATA services for a specific client.
• Ensure adherence to contractual commitments.
• Monitor delivery quality and client satisfaction through direct interactions with key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain Crisis Management/Disaster Plans.
• Implement project mitigation plans for yellow or red deliverables.
• Conduct Customer Governance meetings.
• Manage Outage/Escalation/Missed SLA incidents.
• Implement and execute automation and efficiency programs.
• Drive client improvement plans to enhance satisfaction.
• Utilize automation for repetitive tasks to boost performance and service quality.
• Possess a deep understanding of the delivery life cycle.

Financials:

• Ensure accurate and timely revenue/cost/margin forecasts for assigned accounts.
• Manage costs in alignment with annual operating plans and point of sale.
• Develop action plans to close forecast gaps.
• Manage account ramp-up/ramp-down resources efficiently.

Sales & Relationship:

• Collaborate with Client Executive to develop customer relationships, grow and expand the services footprint from NTT for the client, and manage risks.
• Excel in customer relationship management at CXO levels, presenting operations and strategic reviews to senior stakeholders.
• Act as a strategic delivery advisor to the executive leadership team.
• Manage Sales Enablement, ensuring integration with delivery teams.
• Leverage broader NTT DATA capabilities and resources strategically.
• Interface with customer architecture teams and senior leadership on emerging technologies.

Governance:

• Serve as the main contact for client operations leadership.
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Stay informed about global industry trends and their impact on IT services.

Organization:

• Apply best practices in organizational change management.
• Solve large, enterprise problems through matrixed organizations.
• Guide delivery leaders to align service offerings properly.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of direct reports, providing feedback through coaching and the NTT DATA performance management process.
• Coach and mentor a large team of delivery leaders responsible for daily client operations.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working in the Manufacturing, Banking, Commercial or Healthcare Industries with customers.
• 8+ years of experience in transitioning and managing Application, Public/Private Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, Workspace and Consulting services.
• 8+ years of experience managing a highly leveraged service environment.

Highly Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Advanced degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Cybersecurity.
• Digital Transformation experience leveraging AI to refine knowledge insights.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with ITIL Service Framework v4.
• Experience in IT support and production escalations, including incident response and change lifecycles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work across multiple time zones.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this remote role is $148,000-$207,000 . This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

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