Job Description
CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 12,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.We’re creating value from massive, connected data. Our unmatched insights illuminate more than 300,000 supply chains, more than a million customers and partners, and over 300 million physical assets that are constantly on the move around the world.What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.PMO ANALYSTPOSITION PURPOSEAs a Business / Digital Transformation PMO Analyst, you will support the Portfolio Management Office by developing and administering Portfolio Management tools, templates, processes, and project management methodology. You will be the focal point for all project / initiative portfolio information, including documentation and process compliance, risk management, project metadata, etc. Supports Portfolio Management office reporting, analysis and planning and is expert on Portfolio Management and Governance process.You will lead the Portfolio health check process, ensuring high quality data is maintained in our systems, leading to better management reporting and project delivery. In addition, you will support the Transformation PMO Lead and with leadership communications and presentations. This position would suit a forward-thinking individual who is keen to identify and suggest improvements and to help coach other team members to adopt new ways of working.MAJOR / KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES• Responsible for the administration of a Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) application, including the implementation of new modules and functions by performing needs assessment / evaluation, scope and duration, and hands-on configuration.• Manage daily PPM maintenance activities and maintain the system data and configuration.• Provide administrative support and assist Initiative Owners / Project Managers with schedule changes, resource assignment, change requests, and project closure, etc.• Ensure accuracy of all workflows, paperwork and change requests.• Perform audits to ensure compliance with project lifecycle methodology and policies.• Challenge where standards are not being met, asking the tough ‘why’ questions being metrics and measures• Coordinate reporting and analytics of resource & project time reporting• Ensure high quality data is maintained by project managers / initiative owners in the PPM application, including project financials, status, issue/risk management, business case information, etc.• Analyse additional reporting needs and create dashboard reports (PowerBI-based and other) for leadership, executive steering committees and business partners.• Assist in developing the managing the Project Initiation process and monitor all projects for compliance to our governance and phase gate processes• Assist and train initiative owners / project managers and others as required throughout TO implementation• Assist the VP Transformation Portfolio Lead with communications, presentations, etc. as requestedMEASURES• Business value delivery from the CTO and Brambles Strategy• Objectives for Performance Development Process (PDP)• Assessments by Project Managers / Initiative Owners and Business Partners• Process governance• Continuous improvement metricsSCOPE• Global Regional/Functional responsibilities: all Brambles Digital Initiatives (including dependant initiatives).• Enabling delivery of Brambles’ transformation portfolio.AUTHORITY / DECISION MAKING• Managing PPM tool, key data includes reporting/analytics, system and user administration.• Promoting and contributing to the development of the PMO functionCHALLENGES• Collaborating with team members across the business and with initiative and project owners who are not familiar with PMO processes• Managing change within Brambles; business processes, end users, and new technology• Working flexibly and effectively in a matrix managed and project orientated organisation• Building relationships and communicating to all levels of the organisation• Awareness of cross-cultural characteristics across and within regions.• Working in a relatively small team with a large set of responsibilities• Remote working and engaging with remote teams• Managing ambiguity and changing priorities in a dynamic working environment• Working with cross-functional teams with competing priorities and limited resources• Coordinating numerous stakeholders across functions at all levelsKEY CONTACTS• CTO, CDDO, IT Leadership Team and Regional Executive Leaders• Transformation Sponsors, Transformation Leads and Initiative Owners• Business Executives, Line Managers, Business Change Leads / Agents, Business and Function PMO Leads• Corporate Communications, MarketingExternal:• Contractors / Consultants• External communities of practice to understand and drive best practicesEXPERIENCE• 3-5 years of business/industry work experience• Experience in a reporting and analytical capacity• Project management experience• Process, technical, change management and communication skills• Process Improvement (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma)Nice-to-have:• Project Management qualification• Agile qualification• Bachelor’s degreeSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member• Excellent organisational skills.• Excellent oral and written communication skills• Adaptable, organised and strong attention to detail• Excellent customer service orientation• Advanced computer skills - Word / Excel / Power BI / PowerPoint / Visio/ SQL• Ability to manage own workload and set priorities with little supervision• Ability to multi-task, manage time effectively and handle tight deadlines• Ability to function effectively in stressful situations/circumstances• Ability and desire to learn new skills• Can work in a close team environment / strong team player• Knowledge and expertise in the use of Project, Program & Portfolio Management methodologies and tools• Knowledge of optimizing Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reports with a focus on usability, performance, testability and standardization• Experience in multi-facility, international organizations.• Experience in diverse multi-cultural, corporate cultures.• Strong task orientation and execution drive• Project Management skills, including governance, project planning, resourcing and controlling activities• Ability to collaborate, influence and gain commitment from multiple stakeholders• Organisation, problem-solving, leadership skills and influencing capabilities• Ability to work autonomously and effectively under tight timelinesWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.