Portfolio Analyst

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is more than just an insurance company; we exist to be there for people in the best and hardest moments of their lives.

Our team is the power behind that promise. And, as the industry rapidly evolves and we seek ways to optimize business processes and customer experiences, thereâ??s no greater time for forward-thinking professionals like you to join us in delivering on it!

As a member of Team Blue, youâ??ll find purpose, opportunities and the support you need to build a meaningful career and make a powerful impact in our community.

This role provides high-level and comprehensive support to the Enterprise Portfolio team by working across the organization to assist at any point during the project life cycle from intake to project close. The incumbent will track, measure and report on portfolio status, create visuals for consumption across all levels of the organization (including Executive-level leaders), and help achieve project management deliverables.

BCBSNE is happy to offer four work designations for our Omaha area employees: 100% in-office, Hybrid â?? 3 days in office, Hybrid â?? 2 days in office, 100% remote. For applicants who live outside of the Omaha area - you must live within 3 hours of Omaha and make occasional visits to the office.

What you'll do:

• Partner with multiple and cross-functional portfolio manager/s, architects, and management to establish standards for work intake, involving various phases and swim lanes, by business function.
• Facilitate, consult, and/or actively participate in organization meetings including, but not limited to, project consultation, department meetings, and business operations meetings.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop, collect data, and publish reporting, metrics, and dashboards.
• Collect, monitor, and report on Enterprise-wide programs to various levels of management.  Create and document processes and procedures to be replicated as necessary.
• Collaborate and consult with project managers, scrum masters, product owners and delivery managers, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Partner with leadership to facilitate and document the evolution and management of multiple project and program governance processes.
• Provide high detail and impactful administrative and scope support to overarching portfolio management activities, as necessary.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of previous experience with project management, project investment or budget tracking.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to shift priority or direction as needed based on business directives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement. The ability to meet or exceed the attendance and timeliness requirements of their departments. The ability to work well in a team environment and be capable of building and maintaining positive relationships with other staff, departments, and customers.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

The strongest candidates for this position will also possess:

• CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) or other relevant certifications.

• Previous work in an Agile environment.

Learn more about what makes BCBSNE such an exceptional place to work by visiting NebraskaBlue.com/Careers.

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers and members.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans