Executive Strategy & Portfolio Management Lead

We're looking for an experienced Executive Strategy & Portfolio Management Lead to support executive leadership within a large-scale manufacturing environment. This individual will partner directly with senior executives to drive strategic initiatives, executive communications, portfolio governance, and cross-functional program execution across multiple business organizations. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator who is equally comfortable preparing executive presentations, managing strategic initiatives, and coordinating enterprise-level programs. Key Responsibilities Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives across Manufacturing Region operations. Develop executive-level presentations for leadership meetings, board reviews, and business updates. Translate complex business information into concise executive communications. Manage strategic portfolios and track multiple initiatives simultaneously. Work with IT Management groups on budget allocation and business case creations Establish governance processes, dashboards, KPIs, and executive reporting. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, IT, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, HR, and Engineering. Drive project execution from planning through implementation. Facilitate executive meetings, steering committee reviews, and business planning sessions. Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies across strategic initiatives. Support organizational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare status reports, executive briefings, and business recommendations. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in Strategy, PMO, Business Transformation, Portfolio Management, or Executive Program Management. Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership and strategic business initiatives. Advanced experience developing executive-level presentations and reports. Strong portfolio and program management experience. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives across multiple business functions. Excellent organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities. Preferred Qualifications MBA preferred. PMP certification preferred. Experience within the Automotive or Manufacturing industry. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or the Toyota Production System (TPS). Experience developing executive dashboards and KPI reporting. Benefits 401(k). Dental Insurance. Health insurance. Vision insurance. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people. The salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs. Additional Responsibilities Participate in OP monthly team meetings and participate in team-building efforts. Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc. Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base. Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested. #J-18808-Ljbffr Orangepeople