Manager IT Portfolio

Cirrus Aircraft

Duluth (MN)

On-site

USD 126,387 - 189,581

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) Plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth, MN is looking for an IT Portfolio Manager to oversee IT investments and ensure project goals are met. This role involves strategic direction in portfolio management, governance of IT projects, and agile team leadership.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in portfolio management, project planning, and a strong understanding of agile methodologies. The position offers a variety of benefits, including comprehensive health coverage and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

8+ years experience in portfolio and/or business technology management.
5+ years' work experience leading a team using agile practices.
PMP and Agile/Scrum certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and onboarding of project process.
Maintain and communicate overall portfolio of IT projects.
Lead, coach and develop a team of IT Project Managers.

Skills

Agile practices

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Project Portfolio Management software

Job description

Overview

The IT Portfolio Manager will own the IT portfolio of investments and the portfolio management capability. This role will provide governance and oversight of IT projects to ensure goals are accomplished on time, and within scope and budget in alignment with the IT roadmap strategy. Provides strategic direction for the process, methodology, tool, demand intake and reporting/scorecarding within the portfolio. Utilizes servant leadership to an agile team by educating and coaching team members and stakeholders to maximize efficiencies, delivering incremental customer value, and embracing continuous improvement. This position will be part of the Information Technology team.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and on boarding of project process and small programs
Maintains and communicates overall portfolio of IT projects including financial management and resources to track
initiatives
Responsible for maximizing resource allocation based on resource availability and prioritized projects
Champions strong IT governance in the project management framework and mentors project managers in its
development and continuous improvement
Implement and core administrator of the Project Portfolio Management software
Create project process for consistency and alignment across business units.
Facilitate and maintain collaborative relationships with IT leaders, business partners and key stakeholders ensuring
engagement early in the project life cycle. Key voice to the business on the application, roadmap initiatives, change
management, annual initiative & project pipeline planning decisions, and escalation point for the business
development/project related issues
Lead, coach and develop team of highly skilled and diverse IT Project Managers
Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional growth in agile project/program management and other key
Areas
Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent experience
8+ years experience in portfolio and/or business technology management experience
5+ years' work experience leading a team using agile practices.
PMP and Agile/Scrum certifications preferred
Basic knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC)
Embrace a growth mindset and Servant Leadership mentality
Ability to demonstrate sound judgement, encourage collaboration and communicate effectively (written and verbal) across multiple levels in the organization.
Ability to effectively manage competing work demands and multiple initiatives at the same time.
Preference for work experience in a manufacturing environment delivering ERP, MES, or product development systems.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations