IT Operations and Portfolio Specialist

IT Operations & Portfolio SpecialistThe IT Operations & Portfolio Specialist supports the CIO organization by coordinating IT operational, financial, procurement, and portfolio management activities across the enterprise IT function. This role ensures accurate tracking of IT spend and value realization, supports demand intake and prioritization, and drives alignment between IT funding, procurement activities, and enterprise priorities.This position serves as a central coordination point across IT, Finance, and Procurement, enabling transparency, governance, and operational discipline across IT initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport annual IT budgeting and forecasting processes (OpEx and CapEx)Track actuals vs. budget and produce variance analysis and reportingMaintain financial visibility across IT spend and value realization (applications, infrastructure, security, data)Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities with FinanceTrack accruals, commitments, and financial obligationsValidate invoices in coordination with Accounts PayableEnsure financial accuracy, compliance, and governance controlsCoordinate purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), and change requestsPartner with Procurement and Finance on contract tracking, renewals, and vendor onboardingEnsure alignment across contracts, POs, and invoicesTrack vendor spend, commitments, and purchasing activityAdminister IT Procurement Card (PCard) programMonitor and reconcile transactionsEnsure compliance with procurement policies and controlsSupport expense coding, documentation, and approvalsCoordinate monthly reconciliation and audits with FinanceSupport audit readiness for procurement and financial processesFacilitate IT demand intake across all domains (Applications, Infrastructure, Security, Data)Maintain portfolio tracking, demand pipeline, and initiative inventorySupport prioritization and governance discussions with IT leadershipDevelop and maintain portfolio dashboards for CIO visibilityEnsure transparency across demand, funding alignment, and execution statusCoordinate CIO office activities (town halls, leadership meetings, key events)Support development of executive presentations and reporting packagesAssist with travel, expense coordination, and administrative support for the CIOAct as liaison between CIO office, IT teams, Finance, Procurement, and corporate functionsDevelop and maintain dashboards (financials, portfolio health, demand pipeline)Track KPIs across IT spend, portfolio performance, and demand flowIdentify process gaps and support continuous improvement initiativesEnsure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reportingQualificationsRequired4–7 years of experience in IT operations, IT business operations, PMO, or financial coordinationExperience supporting IT budgeting and financial tracking (OpEx/CapEx)Strong Excel and reporting skills (pivot tables, dashboards, financial models)Experience working cross-functionally with IT, Finance, and ProcurementFamiliarity with procurement processes (POs, invoicing, expense reconciliation)Strong organizational and stakeholder management skillsCore CompetenciesFinancial accuracy and attention to detailStrong operational discipline and executionCross-functional coordination and communicationAnalytical thinking and reporting capabilityOwnership mindset and accountabilityAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentPreferred SkillsExperience managing Procurement Card (PCard) programsExposure to IT portfolio management and demand intake processesFamiliarity with tools such as ServiceNow, Coupa, or AribaExperience supporting CIO or IT leadership operationsGeneral understanding of enterprise IT domains (applications, infrastructure, security, and data)Ability to leverage AI tools to improve productivity and operational efficiencyIn addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.Additional details are available at additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page.

Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.Attention Staffing Agencies & Search FirmsReworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies).

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