What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project/Portfolio Manager position at Medical Guardian?
About Us: Medical Guardian is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in our industry. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and dedication to customer satisfaction. We are currently seeking a talented and motivated. Project/Portfolio Manager to join our team and help us achieve our strategic goals.
Job Summary: The agile Project/Portfolio Manager will play a crucial role in supporting and optimizing our business operations in relation to both physical and digital product offerings. This position requires a professional with superior project and portfolio management skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to work effectively with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and extensive experience in managing multiple agile workstreams concurrently. Experience in project portfolio management and coordination is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities:
Job Summary: The agile Project/Portfolio Manager will play a crucial role in supporting and optimizing our business operations in relation to both physical and digital product offerings. This position requires a professional with superior project and portfolio management skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to work effectively with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and extensive experience in managing multiple agile workstreams concurrently. Experience in project portfolio management and coordination is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Portfolio Management: Lead and manage product portfolios across the organization
- Project Management: Lead and manage various projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide strategic insights and recommendations
- Communication: Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and effective communications, including reports, presentations, and release updates to various audiences on an agreed upon cadence
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project requests and status updates
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of projects and initiatives
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop escalation/mitigation strategies to ensure project success
- Proven experience in agile project management, business operations, or a similar role
- Strong business acumen and understanding of business processes
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to gather and document business requirements effectively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in project management tools and software
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- PMP, Six Sigma, Agile portfolio management or other relevant certifications are a plus
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Time Off & Holidays)
- Company Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan (401k) with Company Match
