Head of Portfolio Program Service Management

Head of Portfolio Program Service Management Lake Mary, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Jira Project portfolio management SAFe ITIL Certification Operational risk management IT service management Change management Budget forecasting Team development Key Performance Indicators Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Mentoring Forecasting Project management methodology PgMP Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Project leadership Cross-functional team management Leadership SAFe Certification Cross-functional communication Senior leadership Full Job Description Village Farms International (

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VFF) is a vertically integrated global leader in cannabis and plant-based consumer packaged goods, and sustainable innovation. As one of North America's longest-standing produce operators built on decades of expertise, we're a company where growers, innovators, and creators come together to shape the future of high performing plant-based brands, globally. Joining Village Farms means joining a global team built on purpose, integrity, and ambition. Here, we grow people, ideas and possibilities. The Opportunity The Head of Portfolio, Program & Service Management is a senior leader responsible for establishing and operating a unified governance model for enterprise portfolios, programs, projects, and service delivery. The role ensures business initiatives, technology investments, and operational services are strategically aligned, prioritized appropriately, and executed with discipline, transparency, and measurable value within a highly regulated cannabis production environment. What You'll Do Portfolio & Investment Management Establish and manage enterprise portfolio management frameworks. Align initiatives to strategic, regulatory, and growth priorities. Lead demand intake, prioritization, and business case development. Provide executive reporting on portfolio health, risks, dependencies, and value realization. Manage program and portfolio budgets and forecasts. Program & Project Management Define and enforce project/program delivery standards and methodologies. Oversee complex cross-functional programs (ERP, automation, compliance). Ensure disciplined execution, risk management, and communication. Service Management & Operational Excellence Lead enterprise service management aligned with ITIL best practices. Establish service catalogs, SLAs, OLAs, and KPIs. Partner with technology and business teams to improve service reliability. Drive incident, change, and problem management maturity. Leadership & Change Enablement Build, lead, and mentor portfolio, program, and service management teams. Drive organizational change and adoption of disciplined delivery models.

What You Bring Education:

Bachelor's degree in related field. 10+ years in portfolio, program, or service management leadership. Experience in regulated or operations-intensive industries. Preferred Experience with Jira Service Management and Software. Experience in cannabis, pharma, food, or CPG. Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, ITIL, SAFe). Success Metrics (12-18 Months) Improved delivery predictability and transparency. Higher service reliability and SLA performance. Reduced regulatory and operational risk. Increased stakeholder satisfaction and value realization. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and business need. Life at Village Farms We believe It Takes A Village ® and we mean it. It shows up in how we support each other, how we innovate, and how we win as a team. Our values guide every decision we make: Versatility | Innovation | Leadership | Loyalty | Accountability | Grit | Entrepreneurship What you do here matters - to our people, our products, and the customers we serve. We've got you covered with company-paid comprehensive benefits and education assistance to support your growth. Ready to Grow With Us? If you want to be part of something that has real impact - we'd love to meet you.