[Remote] Director, Operational Governance at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Telecommunications, Broadband, Fiber OpticsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Operations, or related field preferred)

Responsibilities

Define and implement the company’s operational governance framework, including decision rights, performance standards, and reporting structures
Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and control mechanisms to ensure operational compliance, consistency, and efficiency
Partner with executive leadership to prioritize strategic initiatives and allocate resources effectively across business units
Lead regular operational review cycles and governance forums to ensure alignment with corporate goals and risk management protocols
Build and lead a high-performing PMO responsible for planning, executing, and delivering enterprise-wide projects and transformation programs
Develop standardized project management methodologies, templates, and tools based on best practices (e.g., PMI, Agile, or hybrid frameworks)
Oversee project portfolio management, ensuring initiatives are aligned with strategic priorities and deliver measurable value
Monitor project health, budgets, timelines, and risks, providing executive-level reporting and escalation management
Coach and mentor project managers to strengthen execution capabilities and foster a culture of accountability and delivery excellence
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, IT, and other functional leaders to drive process optimization and operational efficiency initiatives
Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to measure governance effectiveness, project success, and operational performance
Identify operational risks and lead mitigation planning in partnership with business stakeholders
Champion data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma
Act as a central point of contact for executive leadership on program and governance matters
Deliver clear, concise updates on portfolio progress, dependencies, and business impact to senior stakeholders
Promote cross-functional alignment and collaboration to ensure successful project execution and sustainable change adoption

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Operational GovernanceProject ManagementPMOStrategic LeadershipGovernance FrameworksPerformance ReportingPolicy DevelopmentComplianceRisk ManagementCross-Functional Programs

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, the position is remote.

What is the salary range for the Director, Operational Governance role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this role?

The role requires strategic leadership in governance frameworks, expertise in project management office oversight including PMI, Agile or hybrid methodologies, and skills in operational performance monitoring, risk management, and executive reporting.

What does the team structure look like for this position?

You will report to the Vice President, Operations Support, Platform Innovation & PMO and lead a high-performing PMO team.

What makes a strong candidate for the Director, Operational Governance position?

A strong candidate is a strategic leader experienced in establishing governance frameworks, leading PMOs, implementing project management best practices like PMI and Agile, and driving operational compliance and continuous improvement.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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