IT/OT Global Portfolio Manager - F/M/X

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT/OT Global Portfolio Manager to lead the digital transformation in manufacturing. This pivotal role involves overseeing the IT/OT manufacturing portfolio, defining scopes, managing budgets, and ensuring the successful delivery of initiatives across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial engineering or related fields, coupled with extensive experience in portfolio management. Join a forward-thinking company and contribute to shaping the future of manufacturing through innovative IT/OT solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in IT/OT portfolio management within manufacturing.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale IT/OT infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Define IT/OT Portfolio Scope and prioritize high-impact manufacturing sites.
• Oversee on-time, on-budget delivery of major IT/OT initiatives.

Skills

IT/OT Portfolio Management

Project Management

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s in Chemical Sciences

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Client:

Amaris Consulting

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently seeking an IT/OT Global Portfolio Manager - F/M/X to oversee our client's IT/OT manufacturing portfolio, a critical driver of digital transformation in manufacturing.

?Responsibilities:

• Define the IT/OT Portfolio Scope, prioritizing high-impact manufacturing sites.
• Analyze existing IT/OT assessments to identify gaps and determine additional assessments needed.
• Review and manage the budget allocation for IT/OT upgrades at different sites.
• Develop minimum technical specifications to optimize the portfolio scope and refine the 3-year IT/OT roadmap.
• Create and execute a phased implementation plan by site, focusing on priority sites.
• Oversee and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of major IT/OT initiatives.
• Coordinate project deployment with regional teams, site digital leads, and technical owners.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure smooth project execution and risk management.
• Provide regular progress reports and KPI tracking to measure performance.

Ensure alignment with broader digital and manufacturing strategies across the company.

?Your Profile:

• You have a Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Sciences, or a related technical field.
• You have extensive experience in IT/OT portfolio management within manufacturing environments.
• You have a proven track record in delivering large-scale IT/OT infrastructure projects across multiple sites.
• You have strong project and portfolio management expertise, ideally in manufacturing digital transformation.
• You have the ability to navigate complex multi-stakeholder environments with a pragmatic approach (80/20 principle).
• You have excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with sensitivity to cultural differences.
• You have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and IT/OT integration.