Divisional Portfolio / PMO Lead

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company's award-winning success.

Enrich your managerial and organizational talents - from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy

Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development

Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

W hat You'll Be Part Of

As the Divisional Portfolio/PMO Lead, you will lead HARMAN's Portfolio Management Office (PMO) for the division, providing strategic direction, governance, and operational leadership for a portfolio of Digital, AI, and technology initiatives. Reporting to the AX Lead, you will manage a team of Portfolio Managers and PMO professionals (3+ direct reports), while ensuring projects are prioritized, governed, and delivered in alignment with business strategy. You will be accountable for portfolio performance, resource planning, delivery governance, and continuous improvement of project management practices across the organization. Working closely with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technology teams, you will drive operational excellence and enable successful execution of HARMAN's strategic transformation initiatives.

Your Team

You will lead a team of Portfolio Managers and PMO professionals responsible for portfolio governance, project delivery oversight, reporting, and operational excellence across the Digital organization. You will establish team priorities, develop talent, allocate resources across strategic initiatives, and ensure consistent project management practices are adopted throughout the organization. In addition to leading your direct team, you will provide governance and operational leadership to project managers, delivery teams, and business stakeholders across the enterprise.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Portfolio Managers and PMO professionals, providing performance management, career development, and ongoing mentorship.


• Own the operational performance of the divisional PMO, ensuring successful execution of strategic Digital, AI, and technology initiatives.


• Establish portfolio governance processes, delivery standards, project lifecycle methodologies, and reporting practices across the organization.


• Lead portfolio planning, prioritization, resource allocation, and investment reviews to ensure alignment with business strategy and organizational objectives.


• Oversee the divisional project portfolio, ensuring delivery commitments, risks, dependencies, budgets, and resource constraints are effectively managed.


• Develop and maintain executive portfolio dashboards, KPIs, and reporting that provide visibility into portfolio health, delivery performance, financial status, and business outcomes.


• Partner with executive leadership, Product Management, Engineering, Finance, and business stakeholders to establish priorities and resolve cross-functional delivery challenges.


• Manage portfolio governance forums, steering committees, and executive review meetings to support informed decision making.


• Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes, project management methodologies, reporting capabilities, and portfolio management tools.


• Manage relationships with external vendors and implementation partners supporting strategic programs.


• Ensure organizational compliance with project governance standards, financial controls, and enterprise delivery methodologies.


• Build organizational capability by establishing best practices, standardizing delivery processes, and promoting a culture of operational excellence.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, with 8+ years of experience in PMO, portfolio management, program management, or related disciplines.


• 3+ years of experience leading project managers, PMO professionals, or cross-functional delivery teams.


• Demonstrated experience managing enterprise portfolios, strategic programs, and organizational delivery governance.


• Strong knowledge of portfolio governance, investment prioritization, resource planning, budgeting, and project execution methodologies.


• Experience developing organizational roadmaps, operational plans, executive reporting, and portfolio performance metrics.


• Proven ability to manage competing priorities,