Infrastructure PMO Governance Manager

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco is looking for a Technology Portfolio Programme Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of technology initiatives. This role involves governance, stakeholder engagement, and effective risk management to support Tesco's strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have strong financial skills and excellent communication abilities, fostering collaboration with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in Portfolio, Programme, or Project Management.
• Strong financial and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and facilitate governance meetings for the Portfolio Plan.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to influence discussions and present updates.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Resilience

Attention to Detail

Job description

Technology Portfolio Programme Manager

We are seeking a Technology Portfolio Programme Manager to join the Infrastructure Team at Tesco. This team manages a diverse portfolio of technology initiatives aligned with Tesco's vision and strategic goals. The role emphasizes governance to ensure the portfolio effectively supports our business objectives, standardizes portfolio control, and secures stakeholder buy-in.

1. Programme Governance: Set up and facilitate governance meetings to approve and oversee the Portfolio Plan. Ensure consistent recording and monitoring of risks, issues, and dependencies.
2. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Infrastructure Teams and Senior Stakeholders to prepare for governance meetings, influence discussions, and present updates.
3. Reporting & Frameworks: Prepare status reports, summaries, and presentations. Operate within best-practice portfolio management frameworks, adjusting approaches as needed.
4. Risk & Dependency Management: Identify and mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and escalate issues when necessary.
5. Portfolio Constraints & Improvements: Work with the STPM to evaluate and resolve constraints, and engage with leadership to improve portfolio practices.
6. Standards & Communication: Maintain consistent programme standards, guidance, and templates. Communicate updates on Tech Excellence and strategic objectives.
7. Agility & Knowledge Sharing: Demonstrate agility in adapting to business needs and share knowledge passionately.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in Portfolio, Programme, or Project Management (planning and delivery)
• Strong financial and numerical skills
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities
• Collaborative skills with senior stakeholders
• Resilience and tenacity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage changing priorities effectively

Our Vision and Culture

At Tesco, our vision is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, with a core purpose of serving our customers, communities, and the planet better every day. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and provides equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and committed to accessible recruitment and inclusive practices.

We offer flexible working patterns across various roles, combining office and remote work, to suit different needs. Everyone is welcome at Tesco.