Analyst IT Strategy & Planning

Ahold - Salisbury, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Salisbury, NC

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Analyst IT Strategy & Planning role at Ahold Delhaize USA is focused on developing and managing the company's 3-5 year IT strategy and overseeing a yearly IT investment portfolio of approximately $250 million. This position involves facilitating the demand intake and resource management processes by collaborating with various stakeholders, including IT, Investment Planning, and Finance. The role supports the IT Strategy & Planning team within the Office of the CIO and requires a flexible hybrid work schedule with three in-person days and two remote days.

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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Computer Science or Technical relevant field; equivalent trainings/certifications/experience equivalency will be considered
• 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
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Post graduate degree advanced training and or certifications in relevant field/s of study preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid work schedule
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Support for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
• Wellness programs encompassing physical, financial and emotional wellness