Portfolio Analyst, Research & Development; R&D) Portfolio Management

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The Portfolio Analyst supports the Portfolio Manager and PMO at the intersection of project execution and business visibility. This role helps enable project teams with effective processes, tools, and data while translating project execution into meaningful portfolio insights for business and enterprise leadership. The Portfolio Analyst provides portfolio analytics, data management, reporting, and technology enablement and partners across functions and with corporate teams to ensure alignment with broader enterprise initiatives.

Enable project teams through effective PMO processes, tools, reporting, and project/portfolio management practices. Maintain accurate, reliable portfolio data and drive effective utilization of One Plan and other PMO systems. Translate project execution data into portfolio and business-level visibility, including schedules, capacity, financials, risks, milestones, and project health. Partner with Finance to incorporate financial forecasts and outputs into portfolio analysis and reporting.

Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, portfolio metrics, and leadership reporting to enable timely, data-driven decisions. Support portfolio governance, planning, visual management, and project management processes. Partner across functions and with corporate/enterprise teams to align BU tools, data, processes, and reporting with broader initiatives. Identify, assess, and implement AI, automation, and digital solutions that improve project execution, PMO efficiency, data quality, and business visibility.

Continuously improve processes and reduce non-value-added administrative work for Project Managers and teams.

• Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of relevant experience in portfolio analysis, PMO, project management, analytics, or related work.
• Experience with project and portfolio management practices and tools
• Strong analytical, data management, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and apply new technology, including AI and automation, to improve business processes.

• Experience in medical device, life sciences, R&D, or another regulated product-development environment
• Microsoft Project and PMP certification
• Experience with One Plan, Power BI, Microsoft 365, Power Automate, Copilot/AI, or similar tools

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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