Managing a small team the Strategic Portfolio Manager will be responsible for driving the development and execution of strategic initiatives across a portfolio of Business Units (BUs) within a Group Platform. This role will involve leading a team of Strategy Managers and Associates through the entire strategic initiative life-cycle, from ideation to delivery. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing strategic initiatives, as well as strong financial analysis and project management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate ideation and opportunity shaping workshops to identify and prioritize potential strategic initiatives.
- Lead the development of strategic artifacts, presentation materials, and business cases to support the presentation of initiatives to senior leadership.
- Conduct complex financial analysis to evaluate the potential benefits and risks of strategic initiatives.
- Validate the feasibility and viability of strategic initiatives through rigorous analysis and assessment.
- Track the progress of strategic initiatives and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful delivery.
- Partner with operational leadership and managers within BUs to define the initiatives and activities required to deliver desired outcomes.
- Work autonomously on key initiatives and activities throughout the end-to-end process, as agreed with stakeholders.
- Identify, validate, and deliver a pipeline of strategic internal and third-party cost optimization initiatives
- Support the Group Platform
- Partner with BU leadership and to develop and accelerate the delivery of critical strategic inputs.
- Support the overarching BU Strategic Direction
- Lead the identification, scoping, prioritization, and delivery of productivity initiatives with significant P&L impact.
Experience & Knowledge required:
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Management consulting toolkit and methodologies including project/program management
- Minimum 8+ years in a similar role
- Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
- Strong leadership skill set and a track record of leading and managing teams.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze complex data and information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis tools.
- Strong understanding of cost optimization and process improvement methodologies.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
