Senior Manager, IT Program Management Office (PMO)
Avient is seeking a Sr. Manager, IT Program Management Office (PMO) to establish and lead a global PMO. This individual will drive transformational change and deliver value through effective project portfolio management (PPM). This role will develop and implement a comprehensive governance framework for IT, digital, and AI, ensuring operational efficiencies, standardized project management, and financial management.
PMO Creation and Maturation
· Establish a global PMO, defining mission, vision, and operating model
· Develop PMO charter, goals, and objectives in collaboration with senior leadership
· Plan and prioritize project management activities, including budgeting and resource allocation
Project Management, Reporting and Communication
· Develop and implement standardized project management reporting and communication frameworks
· Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project portfolio performance
· Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for project portfolio performance
· Streamline IT delivery processes, eliminating inefficiencies and improving productivity
· Develop and manage a global project management community of practice
· Establish IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and rollout intake and demand management frameworks across the enterprise
Global Governance Framework
· Design and implement a global governance framework for IT, digital, and AI
· Establish framework for all budget spend based on Risk and Business Value Realization
· Develop policies, procedures, and standards for project management, vendor management, and contract management
· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Vendor Partner and Contract Management
· Develop and implement a vendor management framework
· Negotiate and manage contracts with IT vendors and partners
· Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions
Financial Management
· Develop and implement IT financial management processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking
· Design and implement show back and chargeback models for IT services
Leadership and Collaboration
· Provide leadership and guidance to PMO staff and stakeholders
· Collaborate with senior leadership, department heads, and other stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
· 10+ years of experience in project management, program management, or PMO leadership
· Proven track record of establishing and leading a PMO
· Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
· Experience with global governance frameworks, IT financial management, and vendor management
· Certification in project management such as PMP is preferred
Competencies
· Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.
Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S) Requirements
· Avient integrates EHS&S into all aspects of our operations. Each position at Avient is responsible for complying with all applicable EHS&S requirements. Additionally, employees and management are responsible for reporting all EHS&S incidents immediately to ensure we keep EHS&S a priority within the organization.
Security includes physical security and cyber security.
DESCRIPTION:
Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
· Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
· Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
· Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
· Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit www.avient.com.
WHY AVIENT:
Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.
We believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient Corporation is a drug free workplace. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.
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