DT Portfolio Manager (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Programs & Planning team is integrated in the Digital Technology (DT) department.
• As a DT Portfolio Manager, you will be responsible for strategic alignment and efficient resource allocation of the project portfolio. This role ensures that IT projects are in sync with the business strategy and technology roadmap, optimizing both the outcomes and the use of resources.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Aligning the project portfolio and their phasing with business priorities and strategy.
  • Monitoring all projects within the digital technology portfolio, including timelines, financial KPIs, value realization, status, and risks, by working closely with business and DT stakeholders.
  • Ensuring efficient resource allocation and identifying skill requirements across the IT organization.
  • Tracking, managing, reviewing, and planning the DT budget at both overall and project levels.
  • Aligning projects and programs with the technology strategy and roadmap and prioritize the portfolio backlog based on value contribution.
  • Implementing basic governance frameworks and intermediate-level risk management practices.
  • Promoting ongoing enhancement of portfolio management methodologies and practices.
  • Leveraging portfolio management tools and systems to improve portfolio transparency and tracking.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Administration or or a comparable field.
• Relevant work experience in (IT) Project Management / PMO, (IT Portfolio Management).
• Competencies:
  • Experience in defining and managing IT portfolio governance frameworks to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives and priorities.
  • Knowledge of portfolio management methodologies, such as MoP (Management of Portfolios), and their application in complex digital environments.
  • Extensive expertise in financial management and resource allocation across multiple IT projects to optimize portfolio performance.
  • Experienced in using portfolio management tools, such as MS Project, Planview, or Jira, to track performance metrics and progress.
  • Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication to align IT portfolios with organizational goals and priorities.
• Behaviors:
  • Proven track record of success in working within diverse teams and driving change collaboratively on a global scale.
  • Ability to build internal and external partnerships and networks within the organization, engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • An independent, self-motivated individual with strong analytical skills and techniques.
  • Being thorough and precise, noticing and addressing details that others may overlook.
  • Being reliable, responsible, and someone others can count on to fulfill commitments.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (Portugal) base pay reasonably expected for this role is 38 960 euros to 58 400 euros, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• While the preferred location for this position is Lisbon, Portugal, we might be able to consider other Solvay locations.

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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