Job Description

Job Summary:

Disney Streaming Services is a business unit within The Walt Disney Companys Media & Entertainment Distribution segment that includes all consumer-facing digital video subscription services across the company. Our core mission is to deliver global audiences the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time or location.

The Sr. Manager provides strategic/tactical leadership and oversight for creating, sustaining, implementing, and driving efficient and effective project portfolio management processes in support of business objectives. This individual will be responsible for providing analysis, forecasting and modeling to align resource requirements to projects, programs, and key company strategies and will provide a view of where gaps exist around competencies and workforce capacity. He/she will collaborate with leaders and stakeholders from Technology, business and finance to ensure proper coordination and execution of activities related to the delivery of technology projects. You will play an integral role in building a project portfolio management (PPM) center of excellence in Technology. The position requires significant interaction with cross-functional departments within the company, collaboration across other technology portfolios, and excellent communication and relationship management skills to influence and resolve issues.

This position is located in New York, New York.

Responsibilities:

* Develop detailed reporting and tracking of projects, portfolios, programs and staffing capacity plans; perform root-cause analysis to identify and explain anomalies and patterns in data
* Define, establish, and implement enhancements to IT capacity planning and resource planning to include process definition, procedural documentation, tool requirements and enhancements and end user training
* Evaluate project requests cross-functionally and provide leadership with sound timing and approval recommendations considering resource requirements, durations, and competencies required to execute the portfolio
* Provide business analytics and data gathering to support detailed modeling of capacity planning and metrics from statistically confident projections that provide insight into future staffing related needs
* Create and monitor resource and capacity reporting to support business needs
* Create presentation packages for executive review
* Support program and project management teams across the organization
* Measure and audit project portfolio performance and ownership including project plans, project teams, project collaboration (i.e. schedule, costs, risks, issues, decisions) & project financials/forecasts
* Collaborate with business and finance teams on analysis of in-flight and proposed projects
* Proactively collaborate with project teams, resource managers, and project leaders on resource needs and resolve resource constraints as they arise
* Train, communicate, report and drive accurate time-tracking across IT organizations. Enhance the process and reporting to ensure accuracy and quality of data.
* Perform Portfolio Management functions, project sequencing and analysis to optimize the project portfolio while minimizing resource constraints
* Exhibit excellent critical thinking, problem solving analytical capabilities with strong attention to detail; task oriented
* Apply best practices in the areas of portfolio management
* Facilitate and/or support coordination for project efforts that span across teams
* Identify, track, and help resolve cross-portfolio dependencies and conflicts
* Serve as the point of escalation for project stakeholders or requestors with issues directly related to portfolio management
* Manage portfolio via PPM tool sets (Clarizen) and reports
* Promote IT framework, governance, and processes
* Applying strategic context to integrate seemingly disparate goals into a broader plan for synchronized, harmonious execution while delivering high value to the organization
* Work with internal and external auditors as required
* Drive and own completion of special projects
* Deliver on ad-hoc requests as required

Qualifications / Requirements :

* Eight+ years experience in portfolio management strongly preferred
* Experience managing /leading direct reports
* Experience planning and managing a large portfolio with multiple business stakeholders
* Demonstrable work experience with reporting and visualization tools
* Demonstrable experience with a PPM tool
* Experience in building financial and / or data models with predictive analytics
* Experience compiling data and building reports/dashboards
* Ability to present materials to senior leadership to tell a compelling story. Must also communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organization including managing through cross-business units.
* Excellent critical thinking, problem solving analytical capabilities with strong attention to detail
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite and possess solid computer skills
* Project Management Institute (PMI) certifications desired: Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP)

Required Education :

* Degree in analytical field such as mathematics, computer science, or a related quantitative field; advanced degree is a preferred

About Disney Streaming Services:

Disney Streaming Services is responsible for developing and operating The Walt Disney Companys direct-to-consumer video businesses globally, including the ESPN+ premium sports streaming service; Disney+, the dedicated streaming home for entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and BAMTECH Media, a global leader in direct-to-consumer video streaming products and solutions. Our core mission is to deliver global audiences the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time or location. We serve consumers by bringing the worlds most beloved characters, timeless stories, legendary athletes, and epic sporting events to global audiences through best-in-class direct-to-consumer video services. We strive daily to imaginatively challenge convention with innovative technology that gives consumers the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time or location.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disneys stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Streaming Services.

Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.