Senior Portfolio Optimization Process Owner

Centene Corporation

. Define, execute, and continuously advance Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesSenior💰 $102,900 - $190,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes, governance frameworks, and organizational strategy, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and process improvement. Capable of delivering executive-level reporting and insights while driving alignment between strategy and operational execution.

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Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM)Governance FrameworksProcess ImprovementProject Management SkillsAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Data-Driven Decision-MakingProcess DesignPortfolio ManagementBudget CoordinationKPI Development

Soft Skills

Excellent JudgmentDecision-Making SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMIPortfolio Management Professional (PMP)CSSBB - Six Sigma Black BeltSAFe LPM Certification

Industry Keywords

Organizational EffectivenessBusiness TransformationGovernance EnhancementsExecutive ReportingProcess Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, execute, and continuously advance Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes
Align portfolio initiatives with organizational objectives and strategic goals
Establish data-driven decision-making and optimize process efficiency
Establish mechanisms to monitor portfolio health and maximize value realization
Partner across business, technology, finance, and transformation teams
Improve governance effectiveness, strategic alignment, portfolio transparency, and execution outcomes
Execute the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of SPM processes
Drive tool adoption and alignment with guiding principles, governance frameworks, and organizational strategy
Architect, document, and deliver process communications, governance updates, executive reporting, controls, and strategic recommendations
Orchestrate collaboration across process owners and interfacing teams
Validate process designs and business requirements for scalability and strategic alignment
Prioritize the technical backlog for portfolio management process enhancements
Coordinate alignment between organizational strategy and operational execution, including budgets, resources, investments, and portfolio outcomes
Define and communicate process mission, vision, tactics, goals, objectives, and KPIs
Oversee portfolio process health and alignment with strategic priorities, roadmaps, governance policies, and quality standards
Develop executive-level reporting, presentations, business cases, governance materials, and decision-support content
Deliver insights and actionable recommendations on portfolio health, performance, value realization, risks, and outcomes
Support governance forums, strategic planning, leadership reviews, and transformation initiatives
Champion business process changes, governance enhancements, and capability investments
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 4–6 years of related experience, or equivalent experience acquired through applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill
Experience supporting executive leadership teams in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), corporate strategy, business transformation, governance and operating model design, business operations, and organizational effectiveness preferred
Knowledge of Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes, governance frameworks, organizational strategy, portfolio management, and process improvement
Ability to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated analytical skills
Demonstrated project management skills
High level of accuracy, even under pressure
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
CSSBB - Six Sigma Black Belt preferred; non-Black Belt certifications will be considered
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) or SAFe LPM certification preferred
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity