Senior Manager - Portfolio Strategy and Planning

United Airlines•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

United's Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions. The Senior Manager - Portfolio Strategy and Planning will play a pivotal role in shaping the departments future by managing strategic planning cycles, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring the alignment of our initiatives with long-term impact goals. This individual will be responsible for developing financial forecasts, evaluating strategic investments, and defining success metrics. They will also lead market research efforts, communicate strategic plans to leadership, and manage the performance of technology partners.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields
7+ years of related work experience
5+ years of management experience in a related role, including prior experience in Finance Analysis
Direct experience in leading organizations involved in the planning and execution of several concurrent, cross-functional projects
Outstanding communication, analytical, and teamwork skills; ability to craft narratives based on data to connect with executive-level audience
Strong business acumen, with analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to take complex and ambiguous problems and develop clear, structured thinking using data and hypothesis- first approach
Agile mindset and ability to drive projects independently from strategy to execution
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
3+ years Airline experience

Responsibilities

Manage quarterly and annual strategic planning and prioritization cycles to align with long-term impact goals
Identify opportunities for growth, product development, and market expansion
Develop and maintain financial forecasts and budgets
Support the evaluation of strategic initiatives and investment opportunities through business case development and financial modeling
Define and assess metrics to measure the success of strategies
Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate market trends and the viability of strategic initiatives
Build and maintain trusting partnerships including Ancillary Products, PRM, Loyalty, Alliances, and other DT teams
Ensure key initiatives are adequately funded and resourced
Continuously communicate our goals, strategies, and plans to leaders, peers, and functional partners
Represent the Ancillary Platforms team in cross-functional IT/Digital portfolio planning
Communicate goals, strategies, and plans to Digital Transformation (DT) leadership and business partners
Lead process improvements, identify best practices, and foster human capital development in support of our strategy
Monitor strategy effectiveness and implement necessary adjustments
Act as the representative for the Digital Retail Portfolio (DRP) team in cross-functional IT/Digital portfolio planning
Lead and manage a team of strategy professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development opportunities to team members
Ensure the team is aligned with company goals and strategies, and that individual contributions are recognized
Manage team workload and delegate responsibilities to ensure efficient operation and project delivery