Portfolio Optimization Lead

1 month ago

Calgary, Canada WestJet Full time

Employment Type: Full-time Temp Contract 6+Mos

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 08/09/2024

Posting Close Date: 08/23/2024 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception. WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global. Join us and love where you're going.

Remote Work:

This position is eligible for hybrid remote work in Calgary Alberta only and requires weekly collaboration at the WestJet head office (22 Aerial Place NE, Calgary Alberta).

Overview of role:

WestJet is seeking a Portfolio Optimization Lead to join our Integration Management Office (IMO). This individual must exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoy challenges, and be results-driven. The incumbent must be highly motivated and demonstrate the ability to work in an agile and demanding environment.

Reporting to the Vice President, Integration Projects, the Portfolio Optimization Lead is responsible for developing and managing the portfolio integration plan to execute the integration of Sunwing into the WestJet Group. This Portfolio Optimization Lead will collate the activities, costs, schedules, risks, and upcoming decisions from the program integration plans to inform portfolio resourcing, risk mitigation, reporting, and decision-making. The Lead will develop, manage, and communicate the portfolio's critical path to complete the integration. In collaboration with WestJet's Portfolio Management Office and the IMO Manager, implement and optimize effective processes, templates, and tools to enhance the IMO's effectiveness and efficiency.

Key deliverables include:

  • Develop and manage a portfolio integration plan that includes the milestones, activities, costs, schedules, resources, and decision factors from the program integration plans and their performance variances.
  • Identify and manage the interdependencies, sequencing, and prioritization of activities and resources between programs and other enterprise initiatives by collaborating with the Program Managers and stakeholders across and within the IMO to develop and maintain an integrated master schedule, a cross-program work breakdown structure, a master-phasing schedule, and a portfolio resourcing plan.
  • Establish and manage the schedule, resource, and cost baseline(s) and actuals as the programs progress.
  • Perform portfolio risk and impact analysis, recommendations, and updates to the integrated plan accordingly, post change approvals.
  • Collaborate with Program Managers and IMO members to develop mitigation plans to address portfolio risks and resolve issues impacting the portfolio.
  • Collaborate across the IMO to identify and evaluate cost and revenue integration synergies.
  • Develop and communicate executive-level portfolio management and portfolio data to inform progress, risks, and upcoming decisions and milestones. Additionally, regularly communicate with other Portfolio Owners in the business (PMO, IT, CRE, Fleet, etc.) to ensure effective program execution.
Experience and qualifications:
  • Project Management, Business Analysis, and Data Analysis certifications and Master's Degree equivalents are all considered assets.
  • 5+ years' relevant experience in diverse roles and increasing responsibilities across major projects and business areas.
  • Experience leading and managing enterprise projects with varying methodologies (waterfall, agile, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to operate at both the strategic and functional levels to manage project expectations, perceptions, deliverables and resources.
  • Proven track record of synthesizing qualitative and quantitative analyses into clear, concise, and insightful reports and presentation materials.
  • Experience and or certifications with data analysis / technical project management tools and software (ex: MS Project, Jira, Python, Tableau, etc.).
  • Proven ability to conduct detailed financial and strategic analysis.
  • Proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of the company and ability to influence senior leadership.
  • Extensive negotiation experience and skills in an environment with high competition for resources.
  • Calm and articulate, ability to handle stressful situations.
  • Passionate to succeed and able to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide sound recommendations that take into consideration the broader company goals.
  • High degree of diplomacy and good judgment, along with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The benefits of being a WestJetter:

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

  • A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win.
  • Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date.
  • Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs.

Think we are a fit? Apply now

About WestJet Group of Companies:

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise:

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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