Job Description:
Step into the role of a Senior Portfolio Manager with Mars Global Services (MGS), specifically in our People & Organization (P&O / Human Resources) division at Mars Inc. This position offers the opportunity to partner with various business units to develop and implement strategic plans. You'll manage a diverse portfolio of Human Resource-related projects, each designed to shape the experiences of our Associates and contribute to their success at Mars. By aligning these projects with our organizational goals, you'll play a key role in monitoring performance and leading the planning, scheduling, and reporting of portfolio-related activities
What are we looking for?
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, Engineering or Computer Science is required.
- Certifications: A Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP), Management of Portfolio (MoP) or similar certification would be highly advantageous.
- Experience: We're seeking someone with at least 7-10 years of experience in Portfolio Management, Program Director or Transformation Director roles, ideally with a proven track record of managing complex portfolios.
- Professional Skills: The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
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- Strong analytical and quantitative abilities
- A solid understanding of project and portfolio management methodologies
- Proficiency in project management software, Service Now preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
- Effective presentation and meeting facilitation skills
- The ability to operate at 'C' level and build strong relationships
- The capacity to deliver results in a matrixed organization
- A good understanding of financial management and benefits realization
What will be your key responsibilities?
- Portfolio Management: Develop and implement strategic integrated plans for managing a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Demand Intake: Conduct thorough analysis and evaluation of proposed P&O projects.
- Stakeholder Management: Influence stakeholder attitudes, decisions, and actions for mutual benefit.
- Risk Management: Identify, monitor, and manage risks across the P&O portfolio.
- Centre of Excellence Alignment: Form strong relationship with Center of Excellence who set governance and standards across all Mars Global Services portfolios.
- Resource Allocation & Budget Management: Advise on effective P&O resource allocations across projects to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and present detailed reports and insights on P&O portfolio performance.
What can you expect from Mars?
- Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee's work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
USD 133,067.00 - USD 182,958.00