Analyst IT Strategy & Planning

rid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations are Quincy, MA & Salisbury, NC.**

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the demand intake process and validate completeness of demand records including alignment to strategy, TCO, financial information, benefits, resources required, etc.

• Coach and guide IT stakeholders on the end-to-end IT Portfolio demand management process including various stage gates, key stakeholders and associated templates and tools.

• Collaborate with Investment Planning team to open project records in SAP financial system.

• Lead and support development and execution of training on various Portfolio Governance processes and Clarity aspects to the broader IT teams.

• Create and manage a comprehensive resource view for all IT investments to ensure resources are properly allocated to ensure that commitments are met as scheduled and within budget.

• Facilitate cross-functional resource allocation and prioritization with IT Leadership, IT Project Management Office, and engineering teams.

• Execute project resource monitoring and utilization tracking process for internal associates and external 3rd party contractors.

• Support strategic planning, executive presentations, and IT portfolio analysis by delivering compelling, accurate executive strategy insights, leveraging storytelling and analysis skills to deliver executive strategy presentations and deliverables.

• Partner closely with IT Strategy leadership to translate complex technology initiatives into compelling executive-level narratives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving strategic decision-making.

• Develop high-impact executive presentations, strategic reports, and board-level materials.

• Track and report on onsite, onshore, and nearshore usage for each project and at the portfolio level.

• Coordinate and resolve exceptions, escalations, and resource issues by working with various IT leaders.

• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, CIS or related (or equivalent related work experience)

• 5 or more years of equivalent experience in relevant job or field of technology; IT Portfolio Support roles

• Experience in an advanced role or technical capacity, leading teams directly or indirectly

• Experience in guiding, training or onboarding team members in relevant technologies, capabilities or skills

• Strong understanding of Bimodal portfolio management concepts

• Expertise in MS Powerpoint

• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, relationship-building skills conducive to collaboration; able to work well in a cross-functional environment.

• Developing and delivering multi-mode communications (verbal and written) that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

• Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

• Familiarity and working experience in Clarity PPM solution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in relevant field of study; MBA preferred

• Additional trainings or certifications in relevant field of study

• Experience in a top-tier consulting firm welcomed

• 3 or more years experience in Agile teams and or Product/Platform based operating model.

• Experience in retail or grocery preferred.

• Experience in leading teams.

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $92,640 - $138,960
IL/MA/MD Salary Range: $106,480- $159,720

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At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent. Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.

We offer an experience where our associates are valued; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are infused in our business and our employees are representative of the communities that we serve. We believe in total wellness, which encompasses a blend of physical, financial and emotional wellness.

We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.

Job Requisition: 402411_external_USA-NC-Salisbury