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Senior Manager - Portfolio

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Wesco

Aug 19

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Engineering
  • Dublin

Requirements

  • Degree – Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain required; Masters Degree preferred
  • PMP, SCRUM Master, Agile Product Owner preferred
  • 10 years of experience as a Project Manager
  • 5 years of experience as an IT Portfolio Manager working with both Waterfall and Agile Methodologies. Experience as an Agile Product owner with Lean Portfolio Management is an advantage.
  • Process Mapping, Capacity Modeling, Data Analysis
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for overseeing the approval, planning, prioritization, development, and implementation of enterprise project and product efforts
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining the enterprise project and product governance processes and standards to enable effective portfolio management
  • Responsible for presenting and communicating to Executive Leadership on the status of the enterprise portfolio, reporting on progress, risks, issues, dependencies, spend, resources.
  • Responsible for ensuring clear financial benefits/ ROI are defined for all approved initiatives with ongoing review of progress and realization.
  • Responsible for collaborating with and guiding Leaders cross-functionally to ensure that prioritized initiatives/ product roadmaps are aligned with the organization's strategic goals.
  • Responsible for overseeing the assessment, prioritization and approval of new demand.
  • Responsible for managing risks, escalations and decisions at the Portfolio level.
  • Responsible for defining and reporting on objectives and key results at the Portfolio level.
  • Responsible for ensuring IT resources are allocated correctly based on prioritization and Business need.
  • Responsible for the management/ tracking of all capabilities to be delivered within approved Portfolio scope.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Senior Manager - Portfolio?

The primary role is to oversee the governance of the Enterprise Systems and Data portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives, prioritization, resource allocation, and performance analysis.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Supply Chain is required; a Master's degree is preferred. Additionally, PMP, SCRUM Master, or Agile Product Owner certifications are preferred.

How many years of experience is required for this role?

The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience as a Project Manager and 5 years as an IT Portfolio Manager.

Will the Senior Manager be responsible for financial reporting?

Yes, the Senior Manager will report on portfolio spend, value realization, and financial benefits while working closely with Finance and IT functional teams.

Is experience with Agile methodologies necessary for this position?

Yes, experience with both Waterfall and Agile methodologies is necessary, and experience as an Agile Product Owner with Lean Portfolio Management is an advantage.

Are there opportunities for training or development in this role?

While the job description does not specify, companies generally provide opportunities for continuous learning and development as part of their organizational culture.

What are the expected travel requirements for this position?

The role requires the ability to travel up to 25%.

Will the Senior Manager work with cross-functional teams?

Yes, the Senior Manager will collaborate and guide leaders cross-functionally to ensure that initiatives and product roadmaps align with the organization's strategic goals.

What is the location of this position?

The position is based in Dublin, Ireland, as part of the expansion of Wesco's Digital Center of Excellence.

Is prior experience with process mapping and data analysis important for this role?

Yes, experience with process mapping, capacity modeling, and data analysis is mentioned as a qualification for the role.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

At Wesco, we believe life should run smoothly. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Harnessing 100 years of ingenuity and expertise, we increase profitability, improve productivity and mitigate risk for approximately 150,000 customers worldwide. With millions of products and locations in more than 50 countries, Wesco is your partner in progress. Our company’s greatest asset is our people. From our corporate and field offices to our distribution sites, Wesco employs over 20,000 professionals around the globe. We’re committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity, and individuality our team members contribute to the company.