Business Analyst-SPM

This is a remote position.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with strong expertise in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), formerly known as IT Business Management (ITBM). The ideal candidate will support enterprise planning, investment management, demand management, and portfolio optimization by translating business needs into effective SPM solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze business requirements for SPM / ITBM modules.




• Work with stakeholders to manage strategic planning, demand, and portfolio management processes.




• Define and document requirements for investment planning, project portfolio management, and financial planning.




• Support implementation and configuration of SPM capabilities such as:

  
  

  • Demand Management

  
  

  • Project & Portfolio Management (PPM)

  
  

  • Investment Funding & Financial Management

  
  

  • Resource & Capacity Planning

  
  

• Translate business needs into functional specifications, user stories, and process flows.




• Perform data analysis to support portfolio prioritization and decision-making.




• Support UAT planning, execution, and defect resolution.




• Create dashboards and reports for executive-level portfolio visibility.




• Ensure alignment of SPM solutions with organizational strategy and governance models.




• Provide post-implementation support and continuous improvement recommendations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst working with Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM / ITBM).




• Strong understanding of portfolio, program, and project management concepts.




• Experience with SPM tools/platforms (e.g., ServiceNow SPM, Clarity PPM, Planview, or similar).




• Knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and cost models.




• Experience in resource management and capacity planning.




• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.




• Experience with Agile, SAFe, or Waterfall methodologies.




• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.