Agile Portfolio Manager
National Instrument, Inc.

The Agile Portfolio Manager serves a critical role managing NI's Information & Technology portfolio. You will lead the IT portfolio and resource planning processes including the definition, management, and governance of the Information Technology Portfolio planning practice to optimize delivery of value aligned to our company and IT strategy. This role collaboratively partners with IT leaders and key business stakeholders to ensure optimal portfolio planning and management processes and portfolio health metrics.

Responsibilities

Assist with establishing and maintaining an overall CIO portfolio view.

Prepare and facilitate portfolio health, scorecard, and review meetings, with objectivity, accuracy, and transparency.

Define and implement governance processes aligned with our agile operating model and processes.

Design and implement improvements to the process and toolset used to facilitate IT Portfolio operational processes. Be aware of technology projects/trends and adopt methodologies that could help with data gathering and analysis.

Collaborate with Stakeholders to drive alignment, engagement, adoption and governance of the IT Planning processes.

Prepare portfolio data by effectively collecting, analyzing, and communicating portfolio insights and trends.

Facilitate tracking of benefits realization and communication across the IT portfolio.

Forecast the demand and capacity of IT resources.

Advise leaders and decision makers on the effects of various portfolio options with recommendations on feasible courses of action.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree preferably in Business/Economics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics or related field / work experience

Minimum of 3+ years of portfolio management experience or equivalent leadership experience. Experience governing portfolio efforts in a blended agile and traditional PPM environment a plus.

7+ years' experience in Information Technology or related function

Proficient knowledge of Agile/DevOps/Program Management Lifecycle methodologies and standards. Experience with agile methodology and frameworks like Scrum and Kanban. SAFe LPM, SPC certification, etc. a plus.

Skills

Highly proficient in spoken and written English

Advanced skills in using MS Excel, ability to managing large data sets, formulas, Pivot Tables

Strong knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications

A distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills.

Strong ability to craft and implement dashboards; ability to analyze data and present it in a way that tells a story.

Ability to facilitate and drive process improvements and partner with other functions/individuals.

Proven ability to build commitment and empower others, communicate with clarity, courage and timeliness.

Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment where resources may not be in direct control of this role.

Comfortable with ambiguity, can handle the unexpected with flexibility.

Considered a plus

Experience in analytics, BI platforms (Tableau, Power BI, Minitab, SAS, etc.)

Experience in SQL and relational databases

Experience in programming

Experience working with financial and/or HR data

Why NI?

There are many reasons to consider joining a company. Key among them are the people, the ideas, and the technology. At NI, we believe in the power and potential of connecting the three to create a path to success.

The people : We're looking for curious and creative problem solvers who value diversity and fresh perspectives, are bold and kind, and willing to take chances.

The ideas : What did you want to be when you grew up? Did you want to program robots? Build flying cars? Leave the world better than you found it? At NI, we build on the big ideas of big dreamers to make their visions a reality.

The technology : With our tailored, software-connected approach, we support our customers through all phases of the product development cycle. From 5G and medical innovations to autonomous driving and the future of space travel, we help our customers Engineer Ambitiously every day.

We've long been globally recognized as a top employer. Our compensation and benefits are very competitive, as are our modern workspaces, career development and mobility opportunities, and a culture that fosters belonging and emphasizes community giving. We encourage our teammates to challenge the status quo and collaborate with one another to build innovative solutions.

No matter your career path, we're here for you, for each other, and for the next generation of innovators who think bigger, aim higher, and go faster.

Are you up for the challenge of helping shape humanity for the next 100 years? If so, let's get started, and let's Engineer Ambitiously together.

NI is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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