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Senior Consultant - New York, United States - AstraZeneca
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Job Title - Senior Consultant - Portfolio AnalystCareer 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
ITstrategy 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
ITTEAM
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
ITproject portfolio investments.
ITPortfolio 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,
ITPlanning
, 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
capacity
ITprocesses 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
ITorganization
.
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
ITportfolio 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
ITFunctions on any changes to portfolio management process.
Support change management activities for portfolio improvement activities
Education
,
Qualifications
,
Skills
and
Experience
Essential
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
Desirable
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
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?Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn
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
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