Head of Operations Project Portfolio Management & PMO
Publication date:
13 February 2025Workload:
100%- Place of work:Zurich
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Job summary
Join our Zurich office as Head of Project Portfolio Management & PMO. Lead a dynamic team and drive strategic project success.
Tasks
- Establish and manage the Operations project portfolio effectively.
- Collaborate with the Transformation Office for strategic alignment.
- Lead and mentor Operations project managers for project success.
Skills
- Extensive expertise in portfolio management and governance frameworks.
- Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in performance management and resource optimization.
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In short
We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations Project Portfolio Management & PMO with extensive expertise in portfolio management, governance frameworks, and cross-functional project leadership. Based in our Zurich office, you will lead the Operations Project Portfolio Management & PMO Team, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives, resource allocation, and project execution excellence. This unique role combines responsibility for setting up and managing the operations project portfolio, supporting transformation initiatives, and leading a team of Operations project managers with a focus on cross-functional projects.
Your Mission
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Portfolio Setup and Governance: Establish and manage the Operations project portfolio, including defining guardrails, implementing prioritization frameworks, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals
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Strategic Alignment: Collaborate closely with the Transformation Office to ensure projects within the Operations project portfolio contribute to the organization’s broader transformation objectives
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Leadership of Project Managers: Lead and mentor a team of Operations project managers, providing direction, coaching, and oversight to drive successful project execution and delivery
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Cross-Functional Focus: Oversee cross-functional projects that span multiple departments, ensuring clear communication, stakeholder alignment, and seamless integration across functions
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Performance Management: Monitor and report on Operations project portfolio and project performance, ensuring projects deliver value, adhere to timelines, and operate within defined constraints
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Resource Optimization: Ensure effective resource allocation and capacity planning across the Operations project portfolio, balancing operational needs with strategic priorities
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Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, embedding best practices in project portfolio management, project execution, and team collaboration
