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Your role at Clorox:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Lean Portfolio Management Process Lead to join our Tech Planning team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing the implementation of Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) practices across the organization. You will partner with senior leaders, enterprise architects, product managers, and agile release trains (ARTs) to guide the alignment of strategic objectives with execution, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure the portfolio management process is efficient, agile, and value-driven. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled leader to work cross-functionally, influencing change and maximizing the business value delivered through our portfolio. to deliver value and drive business agility.

In this role, you will:

Lead Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) Practices

Implement and continuously improve Lean Portfolio Management methodologies within the organization.Establish and maintain governance processes that ensure effective prioritization, funding, and delivery of strategic initiatives.Align the portfolio of programs and projects with organizational strategy and customer value.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement

Drive the ongoing evaluation and refinement of portfolio management processes to ensure they are lean, agile, and responsive to changing business needs.Identify opportunities for process efficiencies and waste reduction within portfolio management and related areas.Monitor, measure, and evolve lean metrics (e.g., flow efficiency, lead time, WIP, and portfolio-level OKRs).Facilitate value stream mapping, portfolio reviews, and improvement workshops.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with senior leadership, program managers, product owners, and key stakeholders to ensure portfolio initiatives align with business goals.Act as a champion for Agile and Lean principles, advocating for value-driven decision-making.Lead discussions and workshops on portfolio strategy, prioritization, and alignment.

Metrics and Reporting

Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for portfolio performance, ensuring transparency and accountability.Provide regular portfolio health reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting risks, dependencies, and opportunities for optimization.

Training and Coaching

Coach teams and stakeholders on Lean Portfolio Management principles, practices and events such as Portfolio Syncs, Strategic Portfolio Reviews, and participatory budgeting sessions.Lead training sessions to increase organizational maturity in Agile, Lean, and portfolio management practices.

Risk and Dependency Management

Identify, monitor, and manage risks and dependencies across the portfolio to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.Proactively address and mitigate portfolio-level bottlenecks or challenges that could impact business objectives.

What we look for:

7+ years of experience in portfolio management, project management, or program management, with a focus on Agile and Lean methodologies.Proven experience leading Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) processes in large, complex organizations (This is REQUIRED)Familiarity with portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira Align) is highly desirable.Lean Portfolio Management certification (e.g., SAFe® LPM or similar) preferred.Agile and Lean certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe® Agilist) are a plus.Deep understanding of Agile, Lean, and SAFe frameworks.Proven experience leading and facilitating cross-functional process initiatives in large, complex organizations.Experience with change management and driving organizational transformation.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in the portfolio.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, related field (Master’s degree preferred) or related experience.

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Workplace type:

Hybrid- 3 Days in Office; 2 Days WFH

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

–Zone A: $124,300 - $244,900–Zone B: $114,700 - $224,500–Zone C: $103,600 - $204,100

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

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