AstraZeneca
Senior Consultant - Portfolio Analyst
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Job Description
- Req#: R-194741
Support the d efin ition and implement ation of changes to portfolio management and other related processes in all stakeholder communities .
Manage , improve, and centralize IT portfolio financial processes .
Liaise with portfolio stakeholders and the Finance team as the SPQ Portfolio single point of contact during the quarterly process for internal resource recharges ensuring accurate submissions.
Support execution of monthly ServiceNow actuals load process from SAP in coordination with the Portfolio Managers .
Act as SME in the use of portfolio related tools and support changes in use and configuration . Also includes providing ServiceNow support for SPQ P ortfolio M anagers as needed.
Communicate portfolio performance and trends to senior management to identify risks at the earliest stage possible
Analys e portfolio related data (e.g., financial, resource, Portfolio Health etc.)
Identify opportunities for improvement initiatives in portfolio processes.
Involvement in ad hoc project activity to drive improvements across the SPQ Portfolio space.
Input to requirements for portfolio reporting and analytics.
Test changes made by the Business Agility Reporting Team and ensure impacts are highlighted prior to rollout
Communicate and support IT Functions on any changes to portfolio management process.
Support change management activities for portfolio improvement activities
Relevant technical degree or equivalent
Experience with Project management/PMO activities
Understanding of Project financial management fundamentals
Knowledge and experience with p ortfolio management process es and tools
E xcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong customer focus and attention to detail
Self - starter with the ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize workload to meet deadlines
Continuous improvement mindset
I nfluencing and relationship building skills with AZ customers, peers, and third-party suppliers at all levels
Ability to develop and champion innovation opportunities and lead the implementation of change
Ability to work in diverse multinational teams
ServiceNow experience , SPM/PPM ideal
Demonstrated knowledge of additional business management areas such as f inancial s , workforce management and strategy.
Knowledge of Lean design processes and their application
Strong data analytics capabilities
PowerBI skills
Knowledge or experience of automation approach and/or tools
Experience with process mapping tools and techniques
Job Title - Senior Consultant - Portfolio Analyst
Career Level - D
Leverage technology to impact patients and ultimately save lives
Do you have expertise in, and passion for, information technology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the IT strategy in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.
ABOUT OUR IT TEAM
It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.
About the role
This role sits within the Portfolio group of IT's Strategy, Performance & Quality (SPQ) function. The SPQ Portfolio Team is tasked with driving best practise in Portfolio Management, the optimization of portfolio processes and ensuring strategic alignment of IT project portfolio investments.
As the IT Portfolio Analyst , you will support the standardization , execution and optimization of portfolio related processes and tools supporting Global IT . Responsibilities include contributing to the delivery of portfolio process improvements, driving improvements in the configuration and use of PPM tools, defining new processes to integrate into other enterprise processes (e.g., resource management, IT Planning , Bill of IT, etc . ), supporting requirements definition for portfolio reporting, and execution of centralized processes .
As part of the broader Strategy, Performance & Quality Portfolio Team, this role is expected to contribute to how we
• Simplify to relentlessly create capacity
• Standardize by vigorously pursuing best practices across IT
• Evolve by pioneering new ways of working, and
• Safeguard through the proactive maturation of IT processes and systems to enable #OneIT.
Typical Accountabilities
This role is a combination of defining and implementing process improvements and executing centralized processes across multiple portfolios supporting the Global IT organization .
Education , Qualifications , Skills and Experience
Essential
Desirable
WHY JOIN US?
We’re a network of high-reaching self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering premier technology and data solutions.
We’re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it’s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.
SO, WHAT’S NEXT?
Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
Date Posted
05-Apr-2024Closing Date
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
About the company
AstraZeneca PLC is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical company with its global headquarters in Cambridge, England.