Overview
On Site
USD 70.00 - 78.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
IT Management
Portfolio Optimization
Resource Planning
Communication
Accountability
Decision-making
Agile
Product Management
Process Improvement
Management
Organizational Change Management
Health Care
Analytical Skill
Analytics
SPM
Scalability
Cost Management
ServiceNow
Reporting
Change Management
Six Sigma
Portfolio Management
SAFE
PMP
PMBOK
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Oracle Application Express
Apex
Job Details
Job#: 2080106
Job Description:
Title: Portfolio Optimization Process Owner
Location: Remote within the US (CST hours required)
Duration: Contract to Hire
Rate: $70-78/hr. on W2
Job Profile Summary
Position Purpose: This is for the Cost Management Practice Lead position.
Position is for the Cost Management practices. Assigned practices on this team are Timekeeping, Resource planning, and cost management.
Team is responsible for designing, implementing and improving Strategic Portfolio Management processes aligned with the Org's goals. Dedicated and hard-working team.
Daily hours will be from 8:00am CT - 5:00pmCT.
Typical Daily tasks will include:
Drive tool adoption (e.g., ServiceNow), monitor portfolio health, and deliver actionable insights.
Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, manage risks, and ensure scalability.
Oversee reporting on portfolio performance and lead change management initiatives. Cross-functional collaboration required.
Opportunity to address organizational challenges through independently prioritizing and delivering outcomes. This position requires exceptional collaboration, communication and interpersonal skills and provides the opportunity to engage with stakeholders, influence alignment and drive results across all organizational levels.
Accountable for leading, defining, executing, and continuously advancing Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes to align portfolio initiatives with organizational objectives. Establishes and drives data driven decision making, optimizes process efficiency and establishes robust mechanisms to monitor portfolio health enabling maximum value realization and achievement of strategic goals.
Must haves:
- Extensive expertise (7+ years) in Agile Portfolio, Program, or Product Management, with a proven ability to implement portfolio practices using tools like ServiceNow.
- Recognized authority in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), including governance, metrics design, and alignment with enterprise strategies, with success in leading cross-functional process improvements.
- Experience managing organizational change in dynamic environments, with healthcare experience as a preferred bonus
Nice to haves: Healthcare experience preferred and certifications like SAFe, LMP, Six Sigma or PMP. Strong strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to design impactful solutions and create data-driven insights through analytics and visualizations.
Performance indicators:
- Optimize and improve Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes for scalability and efficiency.
- Develop governance metrics to monitor portfolio health and provide actionable insights.
- Drive tool adoption for assigned practice (timekeeping, resource plan, cost management) (e.g., ServiceNow) and foster cross-functional collaboration to resolve challenges.
Monitor financial outcomes, mitigate risks, and ensure value realization through effective reporting and change management.
Education/Experience:
Requires a Bachelors degree and 5 - 7 years of related experience
License/Certification:
CSSBB - Six Sigma Black Belt , Non-Black Belt certifications will be considered as well, preferred
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) , SAFe LPM certfication will be considered as well, preferred
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Title: Portfolio Optimization Process Owner
Location: Remote within the US (CST hours required)
Duration: Contract to Hire
Rate: $70-78/hr. on W2
Job Profile Summary
Position Purpose: This is for the Cost Management Practice Lead position.
Position is for the Cost Management practices. Assigned practices on this team are Timekeeping, Resource planning, and cost management.
Team is responsible for designing, implementing and improving Strategic Portfolio Management processes aligned with the Org's goals. Dedicated and hard-working team.
Daily hours will be from 8:00am CT - 5:00pmCT.
Typical Daily tasks will include:
Drive tool adoption (e.g., ServiceNow), monitor portfolio health, and deliver actionable insights.
Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, manage risks, and ensure scalability.
Oversee reporting on portfolio performance and lead change management initiatives. Cross-functional collaboration required.
Opportunity to address organizational challenges through independently prioritizing and delivering outcomes. This position requires exceptional collaboration, communication and interpersonal skills and provides the opportunity to engage with stakeholders, influence alignment and drive results across all organizational levels.
Accountable for leading, defining, executing, and continuously advancing Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes to align portfolio initiatives with organizational objectives. Establishes and drives data driven decision making, optimizes process efficiency and establishes robust mechanisms to monitor portfolio health enabling maximum value realization and achievement of strategic goals.
Must haves:
- Extensive expertise (7+ years) in Agile Portfolio, Program, or Product Management, with a proven ability to implement portfolio practices using tools like ServiceNow.
- Recognized authority in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), including governance, metrics design, and alignment with enterprise strategies, with success in leading cross-functional process improvements.
- Experience managing organizational change in dynamic environments, with healthcare experience as a preferred bonus
Nice to haves: Healthcare experience preferred and certifications like SAFe, LMP, Six Sigma or PMP. Strong strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to design impactful solutions and create data-driven insights through analytics and visualizations.
Performance indicators:
- Optimize and improve Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes for scalability and efficiency.
- Develop governance metrics to monitor portfolio health and provide actionable insights.
- Drive tool adoption for assigned practice (timekeeping, resource plan, cost management) (e.g., ServiceNow) and foster cross-functional collaboration to resolve challenges.
Monitor financial outcomes, mitigate risks, and ensure value realization through effective reporting and change management.
Education/Experience:
Requires a Bachelors degree and 5 - 7 years of related experience
License/Certification:
CSSBB - Six Sigma Black Belt , Non-Black Belt certifications will be considered as well, preferred
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) , SAFe LPM certfication will be considered as well, preferred
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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