Strategic IT Portfolio Lead for USAC Applications

NBMBAA; Maplewood (MN); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking an Application Portfolio Manager for the USAC Applications IT organization. Maplewood, MN-based, with travel up to 5% domestically. You will lead the life-cycle management of the application portfolio, set strategic IT direction, and oversee budget, standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 7 years IT/SC experience or a HS diploma with 10 years IT/tech experience, plus supervisory and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with seven (7) years of IT or Supply Chain experience completed prior to start.
• Alternative: HS diploma with ten (10) years of IT/technical experience completed prior to start.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience with managing IT-related spend and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, communicate and direct multiple IT activities, resources and policies.
• Manage life-cycle of application portfolio including health, debt, maintenance, and cost to serve.
• Set medium/short-term IT strategic direction and operating plans for the team.
• Provide input for IT-related spend and cost management.
• Implement corporate and regional technology standards and processes.
• Evaluate IT system needs, data, training, and support in alignment with IT direction.
• Direct supervision of a team aligned to the Portfolio Focus Area.
• Prioritize projects across the organization and allocate resources.
• Lead IT improvement initiatives and projects.
• Communicate with leadership, cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing experience

Portfolio management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Application portfolio management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description:

3M is seeking an application Portfolio Manager for the USAC Applications IT organization.

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an USAC Applications Portfolio Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Plan, organize, communicate and direct multiple IT activities, resources and policies.
• Responsible for the life-cycle management of application portfolio including; overall health, addressing technical debt, PMT/ITSM maintenance, ITCP completion and understanding the cost to serve.
• Work as part of the leadership team to set medium term IT strategic direction, operating plans and help develop the organization’s long-term strategy. Set short-term strategic direction and operating plans for the team
• Provide input for establishing, and responsible for managing, IT-related spend.
• Implement corporate and regional technology standards and processes.
• Evaluate the businesses needs regarding IT systems, equipment, data, support, and training in alignment with IT direction.
• Provide direct supervision of a team aligned to the Portfolio Focus Area
• Manage and prioritize projects across the organization, set development priorities and plans for organization resources
• Initiate, lead, approve and sponsor various IT improvement activities and projects
• Regularly communicate with leadership teams, corporate technical teams and functional leaders
• Communicate with technical and business teams across multiple functional and organizational levels to obtain approval, cooperation and change acceptance on projects, requests and activities

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) with seven (7) years of experience in IT or Supply Chain in a public, private or military environment.

-OR

• High School diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) with ten (10) years of experience in IT and/or technical role in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Five (5) years prior supervisory experience
• Five (5) years of manufacturing environment experience
• Five (5) years software portfolio management experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising people, teams and/or projects including direction of others and allocation of resources. Possess understanding of team dynamics and how to resolve conflict.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, communication, problem solving, time management, and project planning skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Self-motivated individual who communicates and influences with credibility and confidence; strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to maintain working relationships from a distance.
• Experience with managing a diverse set of applications that leverage different technologies

Work Location:

• Maplewood, MN OR USAC Manufacturing Location at least 4 days per week

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic

Relocation Assistance: Not Authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $164,612 - $201,193, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Good Faith Posting Date Range 09/14/2026 To 10/14/2026 Or until filledAll US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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