Global People & Culture Project and Transformation Manager

People & Culture Portfolio Manager - Strategic Initiatives & M&AAbout The RoleThis role serves as the strategic orchestrator for People & Culture's (P&C) most important initiatives. You'll be the central hub that ensures our P&C leadership can prioritize effectively, track progress transparently, and execute flawlessly across three key areas: strategic project portfolio management, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) people integration, and HR digital transformation. As our P&C Portfolio Manager, you'll create order from complexity, transforming how we manage our strategic agenda while ensuring seamless execution of M&A activities and digital transformation initiativesImpact You'll CreateStrategic Portfolio Management:

Establish a single source of truth for P&C strategic initiatives with real-time dashboards and insights, enabling leadership to make informed decisions with clear visibility into progress, strategic alignment, and optimal resource allocationM&A Integration Leadership: Transform how we execute M&A people integration through standardized processes that ensure seamless employee experiences and faster time-to-valueDigital Transformation & Change:

Drive meaningful improvements in both employee satisfaction with HR digital services and P&C team operational efficiency, while successfully guiding the organization through technology adoption to ensure new tools and ways of working become embedded in daily operationKey ResponsibilitiesStrategic Portfolio ManagementMaintain master registry of P&C initiatives and facilitate monthly leadership prioritization sessionsCreate executive dashboards and establish project governance frameworksPartner with leadership to identify and evaluate strategic opportunitiesM&A People Integration OrchestrationLead P&C workstreams during M&A activities as primary people integration coordinatorDesign standardized integration playbooks and coordinate due diligence activitiesCreate success metrics and optimize future M&A people processesDigital TransformationInternal Focus:

Implement data-driven ways of working and process automation across P&C teamsEmployee Focus: Drive adoption of HR self-service platforms and AI-powered tools (copilots, generative AI)Change Management:

Execute strategies that embed new digital tools into daily operations for both P&C professionals and employeeEssential ExperienceRequired Experience & Skills 7+ years in HR operations with demonstrated success leading complex transformation projects in large organizations Proven track record of portfolio/program management, including experience with project management tools and methodologies (PMP/Agile preferred)Direct experience leading HR workstreams in M&A activities, including due diligence, integration planning, and post-merger executionHands-on experience implementing HR technology solutions and driving user adoption across diverse employee populationsDigital & Technology ExpertiseStrong understanding of HR technology landscape, including HRIS platforms, self-service portals, and emerging AI/automation toolsExperience with data analytics and dashboard creation for executive reportingKnowledge of change management principles and methodologies for technology adoptionLeadership & CollaborationExcellence in stakeholder management across all organizational levels, from C-suite executives to front-line employeesProven ability to influence without authority and drive consensus among diverse stakeholder groupsStrong communication skills with ability to translate complex initiatives into clear, actionable planAbout YouYou are a transformation-focused HR professional who thrives on bringing order to complexity.

You excel at seeing the big picture while managing intricate details, and you have a natural ability to coordinate multiple moving parts simultaneously. Your strategic mindset is matched by your execution excellence - you don't just plan initiatives; you make them happen. You're energized by the challenge of managing competing priorities, and you have the emotional intelligence to navigate organizational politics while maintaining focus on results. Your passion forinnovation drives you to continuously seek better ways of working, whether through technology, process improvement, or organizational designWhat Success Looks Like In Your First Year Months 1-3:

Establish a comprehensive portfolio management system and gain leadership buy-in for new governance processes Months 4-6: Develop comprehensive M&A integration playbooks and standardized processes, ensuring readiness for future acquisition activities Months 7-9: Launch pilot digital transformation initiatives with measurable adoption and satisfaction improvements Months 10-12: Demonstrate measurable impact across all three focus areas with clear evidence of improved efficiency, stakeholder satisfaction, and strategic value deliverReporting StructureThis position reports to the Global Head of Data and Digital Solutions and works closely with the broader People & Culture leadership team, including Global Business Partners and Centers of Excellence leaders.

You'll have relationships with local and regional P&C leaders and direct collaboration with M&A integration teams. Ready to orchestrate transformation at scale? We'd love to hear from you.