Senior Manager - Portfolio Strategy and Planning at United Airlines

United's Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops, and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

The Senior Manager – Portfolio Strategy and Planning will be instrumental in guiding the department’s future through Agile transformation. As a people leader of portfolio managers and scrum masters, you and your team will establish best-in-class operating models for our organization. Your key responsibilities include establishing Agile practices, managing strategic planning cycles, identifying growth opportunities, and aligning initiatives with long-term impact goals. You will also be responsible for developing financial forecasts, evaluating strategic investments, defining success metrics, and leading Agile transformation.

Strategic Planning and Prioritization

• Manage quarterly and annual strategic planning and prioritization cycles to align with long-term impact goals.
• Identify opportunities for growth, product development, and market expansion.

Financial Forecasting and Budget Management

• Develop and maintain financial forecasts and budgets.
• Support the evaluation of strategic initiatives and investment opportunities through business case development and financial modeling.

Metrics and Analysis

• Define and assess metrics to measure the success of strategies.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate market trends and the viability of strategic initiatives.

Partnership and Collaboration

• Build and maintain trusting partnerships in Technical Operations, Security, Enterprise teams, and the broader Digital Technology teams at United Airlines.
• Ensure key initiatives are adequately funded and resourced.
• Continuously communicate our goals, strategies, and plans to leaders, peers, and functional partners.
• Represent the DT Tech Ops team in cross-functional IT/Digital portfolio planning.
• Represent the Ancillary Platforms team in cross-functional IT/Digital portfolio planning.

Communication and Leadership

• Communicate goals, strategies, and plans to Digital Transformation (DT) leadership and business partners.
• Lead process improvements, identify best practices, and foster human capital development in support of our strategy.
• Monitor strategy effectiveness and implement necessary adjustments.
• Act as the representative for the Digital Technology Operations team in cross-functional IT/Digital portfolio planning.

Team Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage a team of strategy professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development opportunities to team members.
• Ensure the team is aligned with company goals and strategies, and that individual contributions are recognized.
• Manage team workload and delegate responsibilities to ensure efficient operation and project delivery.

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