Digital Portfolio Manager

Norsk Hydro; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Norsk Hydro is seeking a Digital Portfolio Manager to leverage digital solutions that enhance efficiency in manufacturing operations. This role will involve developing strategies for digital transformation, managing project budgets, and collaborating with leadership to drive innovation. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in both digital and manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years in manufacturing operations or digital transformation.
• Minimum of three (3) years with MES software.
• Must have strong financial acumen and budgets management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a digital portfolio strategy for manufacturing.
• Manage budget allocation and digital project prioritization.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leads to translate needs into digital initiatives.

Skills

Financial acumen

Agile team experience

Digital transformation

Manufacturing operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field

Tools

MES software

SCADA

JIRA

Job description

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Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.

Job Location: Remote/Hybrid

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Pay Range: $111,132 - $152,101

Job Summary:

The Digital Portfolio Manager will leverage digital solutions to enhance efficiency, productivity, quality, agility, and overall performance in manufacturing operations. This position reports to the Senior Digital Portfolio Manager.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Manufacturing), Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience roles related to manufacturing operations, digital transformation in manufacturing, IT project/program management within a manufacturing or strategic portfolio management context.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience with MES software, to include in-depth knowledge of SCADA, HMI platforms, and OPC-UA.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working within an Agile team-based environment.
• Must have strong financial acumen and experience in developing and managing budgets and ROI analysis.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Fluent in English both written and verbal. Any other language is a plus.
• Experience with specific smart factory technologies and concepts such as MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), Data acquisition systems (sensors, PLCs, SCADA and HMI platforms), robotics and automation,
• Agile certifications are a plus.
• JIRA experience is a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leads to develop and maintain a clear and comprehensive digital portfolio strategy for manufacturing, aligning with overall business goals and operational excellence initiatives.
• Develop strategic roadmaps and long-term visions, then dive into the details and effectively manage the tactical execution required to bring those strategies to life.
• Establish and manage a clear process for capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing digital project proposals and demand from manufacturing sites and functions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to understand their needs and translate them into actionable digital initiatives.
• Oversee the allocation and management of budget and resources across the smart factory digital portfolio.
• Support new project scoping, costing and business case definition.
• Fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

Applications from severely disabled and equally disabled people will be considered with equal suitability.
Please apply online in ONE with your CV and optionally a cover letter until:
If you have any questions, please contact:

Elaine Shoup
[e-mail]
(United States [phone]

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Posted on: Jun 3, 2025

Location:

Moon Township, PA, US, 15108

Business Area: Global Business Services(HGBS)