Product Configuration Analyst

Were in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here you lead with innovative thinking grow along with us and join the smartest team in the industry.

This type of workwork that changes the worldis what the tech industry was founded on. So if youre ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark come join us.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

Pure Storage is seeking a Product Configuration Manager (PCM) starting MidOctober. In this role you will be part of a highly collaborative and energetic team responsible for enabling products and services in Pures configuration/quoting platform. You will report to the Director of the Product Data Management team. You will partner with the business and act as a trusted advisor/consultant to help deliver endtoend solutions to our sales force and partners. Forming strong partnerships with organizations across the Enterprise such as Product Management Manufacturing Operations and Sales is critical. You will have a demonstrated track record of strategic leadership and providing innovative approaches to problem solving while maintaining a detailoriented outlook. Ability to understand the current IT environment with an emphasis on the Agile Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) approach product ownership role while possessing a depth of product knowledge that will allow you to define solutions fitting into Pures manufacturing and sales processes. A key factor for your success in this role will be to work collaboratively with IT and business teams as a Product Configuration Manager.

WHAT YOULL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

• Solid understanding of Quote to Invoice business processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills; presentation customer service business and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Effective leadership skills needed to manage crossfunctional teams successfully.
• Hands on experience with Agile Salesforce SAP and/or Oracle bill of material including a strong background in understanding complex product structures.
• Ability to be successful in a fastpaced dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Broad understanding of Pures products and services technologies highly desired.
• Practical work experience with Agile methodologies.
• Working knowledge of SaaS principles:Quoting Subscription Management Billing and Revenue Recognition.
• Configure the Marketing SKUs with HW BOMs & SW granularity.
• Manage SKU level life cycle: create new SKUs prior to pilot release them to production and manage throughout is lifecycle to EOL.
• Set up SKU level BOMs based on manufacturingstrategy such as CTO PTO BTO FRU etc.
• Understand basic knowledgeof software license at the SKU level.
• Work effectively with Staff to VP level employees within the function across functions and with external parties.
• Play a significant role in assigned scrum teams including sprint execution testing and review & release.
• Operate and drive results and set priorities independently be a proactive contributor and subject matter expert
• Demonstrate favorable results through regular leadership and influencing others.

Requirements:

• 10 years of experience with Bachelor of Arts or Science degree (or equivalent experience)
• Oracle Cloud CPQ or SAP equivalent experience is a plus
• Must be located within commutable distance to our office in Santa Clara and willing to work on a hybridbasis
• We are primarily an inoffice environment and therefore you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara office in compliance with Pures policies unless you are on PTO or work travel or other approved leave.

The annual base salary range is: $199000 $299000.

Salary ranges are determined based on role level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance including flexible time off wellness resources and companysponsored team events check out for more information.

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortunes Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area Fortunes Best Workplaces for Millennials and certified as a Great Place to Work!
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance including flexible time off wellness resources and companysponsored team events. Check out for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this contact us at if youre invited to an interview.

WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:

Were forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isnt just accepted but embraced. Thats why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. At Pure Storage diversity equity inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.

Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you dont match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel youre a good match please apply.