Strategic Portfolio Manager Smart Infrastructure Buildings

Strategic Portfolio Manager – SI Buildings Unit

Location:

Zug – Switzerland or Buffalo Grove (IL), Austin (TX) – United States of America.

There is no need to relocate.

We are looking for an experienced Strategic Portfolio Manager to join the global strategy team in our Buildings business unit. In this role you will be responsible for the business-wide alignment on the priorities of our portfolio development, achieving an efficient capital allocation, and monitoring our portfolio performance and related return on investment.

Join us in shaping the future of our business in which we support our customers in their transformation towards smart and sustainable buildings.

• Aligning portfolio development across our technology units (TUs) to ensure adherence to our strategy and effective spending.
• Monitoring cross‑TU initiatives, e.g., total cost of ownership across products and services, software development on behalf of other TU, vertical product development.
• Establishing robust portfolio reporting and data‑driven decision‑making processes.
• Optimizing portfolio performance and related return on investment, with particular focus on R&D and SG&A spend.
• Reviewing investment proposals and coaching teams on scope, timelines, business plans and customer‑centricity.
• Facilitating capital allocation during the budget phase and reprioritization during the year.
• Assessing and mitigating portfolio‑related risks that could impact strategic objectives.
• Triggering and supporting corporate development activities, e.g., inorganic investments and divestment activities.
• Fostering an environment that encourages and supports innovative portfolio initiatives.

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years of experience in the building and infrastructure technology industry.
• +10 years of work experience in product and portfolio management; ideally in management positions with budget responsibility.
• Willingness and ability to work with our international colleagues across time zones, including early mornings and late evenings; expect 10% international travel.
• Fluent in English with a strong business vocabulary.

• Past experience working in a global team with international work experience preferred.
• Proven track record in laying out strategies to achieve product‑market fit and customer‑centric portfolio development.
• Deep understanding of technology trends, architectures, and development life cycles.
• Experience with corporate development activities from active participation in acquisition and divestment activities.
• Strong expertise in reading and interpreting financial statements, and solid experience in using KPIs in portfolio management and R&D.
• Proven skills in cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Experience navigating matrix organizational structures and building consensus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior management and executive‑level interaction.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here. The pay range for this position is $220,000 – $340,000 with an annual target incentive. The actual wage offered may vary depending on experience, skills, and location.

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation and advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

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