FINOPS SPECIALIST JOB DETAILS | GALP

Galp has been part of society for generations, and as energy changes, we adapt too.
Here you will have the opportunity to grow, with the resources you need to develop at your own pace, in your own way.
Together we can continue to contribute to the communities where we live and work.
We can build a more efficient future for ourselves and for future generations.
We're counting on your energy ⚡   FinOps Operational Specialist    Bring your curiosity and passion into action.
Join Galp today   You will join the Corporate Center, the operational hub supporting our business units to thrive, through a culture of collaboration.
This is where strategic planning and financial management, sustainable practices and technological innovation, risk assessment and human resources converge to ensure efficient and reliable service delivery.
About your future Team In an organization that embraces the public cloud services, a FinOps culture and frame-work is crucial and therefore the skills and talent for the ongoing FinOps needs and con-tinuous improvement is fundamental.
The FinOps team is within the System Improve-ment team under the EAM-IOPS area, and this open position seeks to reinforce the team with a FinOps Operational Specialist.
How will your day-to-day look like.
Operational Management.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the FinOps practice, ensuring the effective implementation of FinOps processes and tools.
Cost Optimization.
Lead efforts to identify and implement cost-saving measures, in-cluding anomaly detection, commitment-based discounts, and savings opportunities.
Anomaly Detection and Management.
Monitor cloud spending to detect and man-age anomalies, ensuring costs are within expected ranges and addressing issues promptly.
Reporting and Analysis.
Generate and analyze financial reports to provide insights into cloud spending patterns and areas for optimization.
Tool Implementation.
Manage and optimize the use of FinOps tools and platforms to support financial management and cost optimization efforts.
Collaboration with Strategic Lead.
Work closely with the Strategic Lead to ensure alignment between strategic goals and operational activities, providing updates and in-sights to support strategic decision-making.
Collaboration with Engineering Teams.
Coordinate with engineering teams to im-plement technical solutions for cost optimization, tagging hygiene, and other opera-tional improvements.
Automation Driver.
Lead the initiative to increase automation within the FinOps team, developing and implementing automated solutions to streamline processes and reduce manual efforts.
Process Improvement.
Continuously improve FinOps processes and practices to en-hance efficiency and effectiveness.
Training and Mentorship.
Provide training and mentorship to team members and other stakeholders on FinOps principles and best practices.
Budget Management.
Excellent understanding of the budgeting and forecasting pro-cess.
Oversees and follow-up of budgets across the organization.
What makes you unique.
FinOps Expertise.
Strong understanding of the FinOps framework, principles, and best practices.
Certification in FinOps (e.
., FinOps Certified Practitioner) is preferred.
Cloud Cost Management.
In-depth knowledge of cloud cost management techniques and tools, including cost optimization strategies.
Analytical Skills.
Excellent analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Technical Proficiency.
Strong technical skills in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), includ-ing familiarity with cloud cost management tools and automation scripts.
Project Management.
Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to oversee the implementation of FinOps initiatives.
Communication Skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the abil-ity to convey complex financial and technical information to diverse stakeholders.
Collaboration.
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, and executive teams.
Automation Skills.
Proficiency in developing and implementing automation solutions to optimize FinOps processes and reduce manual workload.
Operational Proficiency.
Proven experience in an operational role, preferably within a technology or cloud-centric organization.
Cost Optimization Initiatives.
Demonstrated experience in leading cost optimization initiatives and managing cloud spending.
Stakeholder Engagement.
Experience in engaging with and managing relationships with stakeholders, including engineers, finance teams, and executives.
Automation Implementation.
Proven experience in developing and implementing au-tomation solutions within an operational context.
Fluent English (mandatory), Spanish will be valued.
Your life at Galp An energy company integrated in the energy sector where you can make a difference; Challenging Projects; Competitive salary and bonus; Health insurance for you and your family; Meal allowance; Holidays, 25 days.
At Galp, we have the ambition to be a Human Centered Company, and for that we acknowledge our responsibility to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) by having a genuine mindset, lived on our day-to-day, in all our processes.
We believe that everyone should be celebrated and valued for who they are.
not only for their potential, but also for their distinctive characteristics.
potential, but also for their distinctive characteristics.