IT Program Portfolio & Vendor Management

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Hubbell is looking for a, IT Program Portfolio Management with experience in building the PMO organization from ground up. In this role, you will be responsible for creating the overall program management framework and governance structure, drive product centric and agile mindset, and manage a portfolio of complex programs and projects across all IT departments. This role will also manage and mentor Project Managers, SCRUM Masters, and Release managers. In addition, you will lead the consolidation and standardization of the vendor management processes across IT. This role will be responsible for tracking vendor costs, proactively identifying opportunities for cost savings and measuring vendor performance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive the development and implementation of PMO processes, tools, and methodologies to support our business objectives and outcomes.
• Build the PMO organization from the ground up, including identifying staffing needs, recruiting and hiring project managers and business analysts, and developing onboarding and training programs.
• Manage, mentor, and influence direct and indirect team members to support PMO Processes and tools.
• Develop and implement PMO processes, tollgates, budget tracking, tools and methodologies to support business transformation objectives, while maintaining alignment with overall company strategy
• Provide leadership and direction to the PMO team, including project managers and IT Business Partners
• Manage the portfolio of programs and projects, including planning, prioritization, resourcing, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Ensure that project management processes are aligned with agile development methodologies and support rapid delivery of business value
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, business unit leaders, and project sponsors
• Manage vendor portfolio and track overall spend to support the overall IT Program and Portfolio
• Establish Vendor KPI and proactively monitor vendor performance. Conduct QBRs and continuously look for cost saving opportunities and consolidation of the vendor landscape.
• Track Program spend, support RFP process, assist in evaluation of prospect vendors, and streamline the vendor selection process.
• Lead regular portfolio reviews to ensure project status, risks, and issues are accurately reported and addressed.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to drive adoption of new processes and tools across the organization
• Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of PMO processes, tools, and methodologies, incorporating feedback and lessons learned.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on project management best practices and agile development methodologies.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing large enterprise level IT program
• Over 5+ years of building and operating enterprise wide PMO
• 5+ Years of experience manage vendor and establishing a Vendor Management Office.
• Proven track record of successful delivery of large-scale programs and projects using agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of working with Product Centric / Agile planning tools.
• Product Owner Certification, PMP, and/or Agile Certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in building and leading a PMO organization from the ground up.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences.