Planning Manager – Operational Efficiency

Vero

. Sustainably reduce Vero’s Operations and Engineering costs without compromising network quality or customer service .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSão Paulo • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost reduction strategies, data analysis, and project management within operations and engineering. Proficient in leading teams and optimizing resource allocation while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Cost Reduction StrategiesData Analysis and Planning ToolsProject Management Office (PMO)Team Management SkillsTelecommunications Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisCost Baseline DevelopmentContract AnalysisBudget ForecastingResource OptimizationSQLPythonKPI DevelopmentMarket BenchmarkingEfficiency Programs

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingTraining and Development

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPower BIAI ToolsAutomation SoftwareReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationPostgraduate Degree or MBA (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsUtilitiesInfrastructure SharingUtility Pole RegulationsANATELANEELLGPD Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Sustainably reduce Vero’s Operations and Engineering costs without compromising network quality or customer service
Identify CAPEX and OPEX opportunities, turning initiatives into projects with an owner, target, and deadline
Build and maintain cost baselines and unit costs by site, utility pole attachment point, vehicle, customer, or network kilometer
Analyze contracts, invoices, and inventories to identify improper charges, idle assets, and field discrepancies
Benchmark costs across regions and against market references
Maintain an opportunity pipeline with estimated value, effort, and risk
Analyze economic and market scenarios and propose resource optimization strategies
Implement initiatives together with the areas responsible for the relevant costs
Ensure approved savings are reflected in the budget and forecast
Create recurring controls, reconciliations, alerts, and KPIs to prevent eliminated costs from returning
Support the automation of controls and reports, with formal approval from IT and Information Security
Promote a culture of efficiency across Operations and Engineering and train managers
Develop and monitor action plans to improve performance
Work with different departments to integrate information and optimize decision-making
Prepare analytical reports and presentations for senior management
Lead contract renegotiations and amendments with Procurement and Legal/Regulatory teams
Monitor ANEEL and Anatel regulations governing infrastructure sharing
Ensure the anonymization of employee or customer data in accordance with Brazil’s LGPD and internal policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in operations, engineering, financial planning, or consulting
At least 1 year of experience leading teams or efficiency and cost-reduction programs
Experience managing project portfolios (PMO) and presenting to executive leadership
Advanced knowledge of data analysis and planning tools (Excel, Power BI, AI, etc.)
Ability to make decisions based on data and market analysis
Team management skills and effective communication with employees at different organizational levels
Experience with infrastructure costs, including property or site leases, utility pole sharing, fleets, and related areas
Experience in telecommunications, utilities, or another industry with distributed network infrastructure
Knowledge of utility pole-sharing regulations and relationships with power distribution companies (preferred)
SQL or Python experience for analyzing large cost and inventory datasets (preferred)
Postgraduate degree or MBA in strategic planning, business management, or a related field (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meal Voucher
Food Allowance
Transportation Allowance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
PPR (Profit-Sharing Program)
Career growth opportunities
Childcare Assistance
Assistance for Children with Disabilities
Pharmacy Benefits
Birthday Day Off (one day off during your birthday month)
TotalPass (discounts on gyms and sports activities)
Corporate University
PAS (Vero Social Assistance Program)
Open position welcoming applications from candidates with disabilities
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:48 p.m.