Portfolio Operations Lead

Role Description

The Portfolio Operations leader drives superior product performance through advanced P&L management focusing on operating margin expansion efforts: VAVE, Product Line Simplification, and FPP (80/20 behavior). This role also owns the standard work processes supporting the portfolio through the utilization of VBS (Vontier Business System) tools: Daily Management, Problem Solving, Strategic Program Review etc. The Portfolio Operations leaders serves as a liaison between the General Management team and our various internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, etc.).

Responsibilities

• OMX Delivery
  • Own delivering the portfolio OMX targets (VAVE, Simplification, FPP)
  • OMX target $XXM over 3 year strategy cycle
  • Maintain savings funnel sustainment to ensure continued YoY results
• Drive FPP Simplification
  • Simplify and prioritize programs and product roadmaps to align to profit & loss (P&L) investment expectations across the solution stack and within the regions.
  • Enable rapid decision-making and empower teams to propose solutions and escalate risks.
• Governance & Decision-Making
  • Manage review agendas and drive decisions and actions.
  • Responsible for putting together regular financial and operational reviews for weekly management discussions to ensure teams are staying on track.
  • Deploy Vontier Business System tools to enhance portfolio strategy execution.
  • Promote transparency, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Plant Participation
  • Regular participant in relevant factory meetings & Daily Management (e.g., with Ops, Procurement) to keep the GM abreast of any opportunities and concerns in our operational environment, enabling proactive problem solving.
  • Lead on implementing new product processes (like operational lines or software introductions) that the product group needs assistance with into our operational facilities.
  • S&OP Support, specifically around key customer conversions and helping relay market changes that will impact planning.
• Team Enablement
  • Coach teams on gate criteria and review readiness.
  • Promote transparency, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Price book roll up / aggregations / updates
• Extended Lead Time Verification / Strategy / Communication Ownership

Qualifications

• 3+ years proven experience in portfolio management, product strategy, or business operations.
• 3+ years strong facilitation skills across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of Product Improvement, Lifecycle management, Daily Management and Process Improvement frameworks for integrated solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (preferable).

Requirements

• The base compensation range for this position is $112,300 to $143,600 per annum. Your actual base salary will be determined based upon numerous factors which may include relevant experience, skills, location (labor market data), credentials (education, certifications), and internal equity.

Benefits

• Premium suite of health and wellness programs including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo.
• Coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care.
• Paid parental leave.
• A generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Paid time off up to 15 days each year.
• 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays).
• Paid sick leave.