Portfolio Manager - Finance & Corporate Functions

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Portfolio Manager to join our team and lead the management of our IT project portfolio. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing a diverse range of projects and managing a team of project managers to ensure successful execution, alignment with organizational goals, and optimal resource allocation.

ABOUT THE JOB (RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Portfolio Demand Management
  • Lead the strategic planning and prioritization of their portfolio in alignment with LS&Co. s strategic objectives
  • Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Legal leadership to define the portfolios scope, objectives, and success criteria
  • Foster relationships with key stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment, and expectations across the portfolio.
• Team Leadership
  • Manage and mentor a team of project managers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative environment
  • Manage project manager demand for their portfolio and work with vendors to source project managers
  • Coordinate with the Central PMO Lead to onboard new Project Managers
• Portfolio Management
  • Monitor project performance and ensure projects are executed on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Work with project manager to evaluate and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary.
  • Provide regular reporting on portfolio status, key performance indicators, and resource utilization to executive stakeholders.
  • Implement and refine project management best practices, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and consistency.
  • Work closely with PMO Finance and FP&A Teams to manage the financial aspects of the portfolio, including budget allocation and expenditure tracking.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the overall portfolio management process.

ABOUT YOU (QUALIFICATIONS):

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Management, or a related field. Masters degree is a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 5 years in IT project management, with 2+ years in a portfolio management role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop project management professionals.
• Proven experience as a project manager on projects that involved: FP&A, Accounting, HR, Indirect Procurement, Legal, Supply Chain Finance, or Treasury
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, etc.) and portfolio management practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in project management software and tools for planning, scheduling, and tracking project progress (MS Office, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Confluence, Jira, MS Teams).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify potential risks and devise mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• PMP certification is preferred but not mandatory.