The PPM manager will be the single point of contact for the management of PPM utility for the APAC region.
This role will front the onboarding of APAC resources & projects into PPM, participate in analyzing APAC IT portfolios and project status, review resource utilization, improving quality, and help to reduce project-related risk.
This role will report into APAC PMO and would support both the AZAP and AU AZT operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesSingle point of contact for the management of PPM utility in the APAC region.
Manages the resource and project onboarding within PPM, which includes obtaining the resources and project details in a structured way, capturing the same within PPM promptly, and coordinating with PPM support teams to resolve issues if any.
Responsible for PPM operations covering:
Downstream data integration to SAP finance systems.
Timely generation of APAC portfolio status, resource utilization, and reports in support of governance meetings.
Identify and develop dashboards and reports for the ease of operations, and own continuous improvement plans for the PPM system.
Support portfolio governance covering monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews, including project status, benefits, and financials.
Moderate delivery-related risk as part of the PMO team. Track, analyze, and forecast FTE and consultant spend and trends.
Manage the standardization of PPM tools and processes in alignment with Allianz standards.
Job RequirementsDegree in information technology or other comparable technical qualification.
7 years of prior experience in managing PPM in a complex multinational environment, with good exposure to PPM modules and its associated operational needs.
10 years of PMO experience supporting an insurance IT function or a Shared services / Service Provider organization preferred.
7 years of program/project management experience required, with strong experience in managing project financials, demand management, changes management, managing distributed teams, KPI tracking, and reporting alignment within a complex matrix organization advantageous.
Demonstrable experience using AGILE, DevOps, and Waterfall based development methods.
Strong exposure to MS Excel based data analysis, presentation using MS PowerPoint, and usage of project management tools.
Strong exposure to the functioning of the program management office, standardization of processes, tools, and associated governance.
Goal-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience in managing multi-cultural and geographically dispersed teams through both direct and influence management.
Customer-centric mindset; Transparent & fact-based collaboration.#J-18808-Ljbffr