IT/OT Global Portfolio Manager - F/M/X

Who are we? Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade - this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We're focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:

Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!

Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!

Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you! Job description

We are currently seeking an IT/OT Global Portfolio Manager - F/M/X to oversee our client's IT/OT manufacturing portfolio, a critical driver of digital transformation in manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Define the IT/OT Portfolio Scope, prioritizing high-impact manufacturing sites.
• Analyze existing IT/OT assessments to identify gaps and determine additional assessments needed.
• Review and manage the budget allocation for IT/OT upgrades at different sites.
• Develop minimum technical specifications to optimize the portfolio scope and refine the 3-year IT/OT roadmap.
• Create and execute a phased implementation plan by site, focusing on priority sites.
• Oversee and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of major IT/OT initiatives:
  • Network Infrastructure Modernization
  • IT/OT Systems Upgrade
  • Cybersecurity Enhancement
  • Data Management & Integration
• Coordinate project deployment with regional teams, site digital leads, and technical owners.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure smooth project execution and risk management.
• Provide regular progress reports and KPI tracking to measure performance.
• Ensure alignment with broader digital and manufacturing strategies across the company.

Your Profile:

• You have a Master's/Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Sciences, or a related technical field.
• You have extensive experience in IT/OT portfolio management within manufacturing environments.
• You have a proven track record in delivering large-scale IT/OT infrastructure projects across multiple sites.
• You have strong project and portfolio management expertise, ideally in manufacturing digital transformation.
• You have the ability to navigate complex multi-stakeholder environments with a pragmatic approach (80/20 principle).
• You have excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with sensitivity to cultural differences.
• You have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and IT/OT integration.
• You are fluent in English.

Our Company Culture:

- Agility: Evolving in a flexible, dynamic, and stimulating environment.
- International: Benefit from international collaborations and numerous mobility opportunities.
- Intrapreneurship: Get involved in parallel initiatives or develop your own Business Unit.
- Listening Management: Receive personalized support throughout your professional journey.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic.