IT - Portfolio Manager

Overview

Manages IT project portfolio, governance, and leads project managers across business.

Key Responsibilities

• capacity planning
• roi analysis
• process alignment
• project intake
• risk management
• portfolio governance

Tasks

Job Summary:The IT Portfolio Manager will be responsible for governing the IT project processes and managing the IT portfolio to ensure a high level of engagement between IT and the business throughout the entire project life cycle. This position will lead a team of Project Managers to develop a comprehensive portfolio for projects that runs from initiation through post project payback evaluation to gauge effectiveness and improve delivery of services. -Suggest methods to capacity plan, calculate ROI, and provide governance metrics -Ensure process alignment of IT to multiple departments, processes, and objectives -Build and maintain communication strategies for executive stakeholders, sponsors, and end users throughout the project life cycle -Develop standard templates and processes for estimating work, visualizing progress, and setting key milestone dates -Define and govern the IT project requests and intake process -Coordinate with other IT teams to ensure dependencies and resourcing are managed effectively -Manage and support a team of Project Managers within IT to meet the KPIs of the Portfolio department -Partner with Business Relationship Managers and Business Process Consultants to develop strategic initiatives and prioritize requests -Integrate risk management and change control into the portfolio governance to proactively address delivery obstacles

Requirements

• sap erp
• pmp
• degree
• problem solving
• analytical
• communication

What You Bring

Travel: This position does require travel to other Woodgrain locations, expected travel time is <20%. Physical Demands:The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. -Ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty around projects, must be capable of adapting to changing principles. -Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. -PMP Certiciation is preferred but not required -Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex, cross-functional requirements and challenges. -Previous experience with large-scale SAP/ERP implementations is required. Preference will be given to candidates with global exposure. -Experience with applying the KISS principle (keep it simple). -Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. -Bachelor's degree in a technical area such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business. Equivalent training and experience can be considered in lieu of a degree. -Must have strong communication skills and experience giving executive level informative style briefings. -At least 5 years of related experience working as a Program/Portfolio Manager position or in a similar position. Preference will be given to candidates with SAP experience -Strong experience with ERP related deployments and understanding of the various IT areas that impact the process. -Strong strategic thinking skills and ability to operate under pressure with numerous tasks and responsibilities. -Excellent understanding of project implementation methodologies (waterfall ASAP, agile, etc.) -Effective teamwork skills, across different locations both geographically and technologically.

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Benefits

Summary of Company Benefits:* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * 401(k) with 3% Employer Match * Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D * Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability * Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans * Employee Assistance Program * 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday * Progressive Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals * Annual Salary Incentive Bonus Job Title: IT Portfolio ManagerLocation: Corporate Satellite Office - Availability at St. Louis, MO | Fruitland, ID | Meridian, ID Starting Salary: $85,000 - $142,000 (depending on experience)Employment Type: Full-Time, SalaryWork Environment: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote)

About Woodgrain

-Diversified during both world wars by manufacturing ammo boxes, truck parts, and airplanes. -By 1985 sales surged further via acquisitions. -Typical projects span producing bespoke moulding systems, stile-and-rail doors, factory-finished door components, vinyl and aluminum windows, plus cabinetry parts. -Recent strategic acquisitions include Trimco Millwork, Huttig Building Products, and Kelleher Corporation, expanding reach and product breadth across North America. -Additionally serves pet-related markets, offering horse and pet products alongside traditional building materials. -Blends traditional craftsmanship with modern tech like CNC-tooling, continuous yield optimization, and standardized profiles to ensure quality and efficiency.

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