Transformation Portfolio Lead
Ashley Furniture Industries
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Tampa, FL
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Mid-Senior level
Posted April 4, 2026
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- Lead execution of complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives aligned to enterprise strategy
- Translate strategic objectives into executable roadmaps with defined milestones and success metrics
- Proactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and dependencies across interdependent initiatives
- Strategy Shaping & Executive Partnership
- Frame executive decision-making by developing clear options, implications, and recommendations
- Structure ambiguous strategic problems into actionable plans and delivery roadmaps
- Facilitate working sessions with senior leaders to clarify objectives and tradeoffs
- Pressure-test strategic direction through execution insights
- Project Execution
- Own end-to-end project management from initiation through delivery and stabilization
- Maintain integrated project plans, timelines, risk logs, and dependency maps
- Drive disciplined execution while adapting approaches to initiative complexity
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Prepare executive-level recommendations and decision materials for governance forums
- Serve as trusted partner to executive sponsors and initiative owners
- Facilitate milestone reviews and problem-solving discussions with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications Education
Commitments
While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted.
Principals Only.
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Requirements
- Facilitate milestone reviews and problem-solving discussions with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications Education
- 7+ years in project, program, or transformation delivery roles (10+ years preferred)
- Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in large, matrixed organizations
- Direct experience working with senior leaders and executive stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
- Management consulting at Engagement Manager/Project Leader level
- PMO/Transformation Office leadership at large enterprise
- Private equity, value creation, or portfolio operations experience Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
- Ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive clarity
Preferred Skills
- 7+ years in project, program, or transformation delivery roles (10+ years preferred)
- Management consulting at Engagement Manager/Project Leader level
- PMO/Transformation Office leadership at large enterprise
- Private equity, value creation, or portfolio operations experience Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
- Ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive clarity
- Financial modeling skills for impact analysis and tradeoff assessment
- Portfolio-level thinking across interdependent initiatives
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or related field
- (Not required) – MBA or advanced degree preferred Experience
Transformation Portfolio Lead Focus: supporting manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse networking, customer experience About the Role
Ashley Furniture seeks a senior Transformation Portfolio Lead to drive execution of high-priority enterprise transformation initiatives.
Reporting to the SVP of Transformation, you'll operate at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating ambiguous direction into actionable plans and ensuring disciplined delivery with measurable business impact. Key Responsibilities
Portfolio & Program Delivery
Lead execution of complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives aligned to enterprise strategy
Translate strategic objectives into executable roadmaps with defined milestones and success metrics
Proactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and dependencies across interdependent initiatives
Strategy Shaping & Executive Partnership
Frame executive decision-making by developing clear options, implications, and recommendations
Structure ambiguous strategic problems into actionable plans and delivery roadmaps
Facilitate working sessions with senior leaders to clarify objectives and tradeoffs
Pressure-test strategic direction through execution insights
Project Execution
Own end-to-end project management from initiation through delivery and stabilization
Maintain integrated project plans, timelines, risk logs, and dependency maps
Drive disciplined execution while adapting approaches to initiative complexity
Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare executive-level recommendations and decision materials for governance forums
Serve as trusted partner to executive sponsors and initiative owners
Facilitate milestone reviews and problem-solving discussions with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or related field
MBA or advanced degree preferred Experience
7+ years in project, program, or transformation delivery roles (10+ years preferred)
Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in large, matrixed organizations
Direct experience working with senior leaders and executive stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Preferred Background (one or more):
Management consulting at Engagement Manager/Project Leader level
PMO/Transformation Office leadership at large enterprise
Private equity, value creation, or portfolio operations experience Core Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
Ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive clarity
Financial modeling skills for impact analysis and tradeoff assessment
Portfolio-level thinking across interdependent initiatives
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Executive-level written and verbal communication Apply today and find your home at Ashley ! Benefits We Offer
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
Telehealth
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance Our Core Values
Honesty & Integrity
Passion, Drive, Discipline
Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
Dirty Fingernail
Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.
Ashley Furniture seeks a senior Transformation Portfolio Lead to drive execution of high-priority enterprise transformation initiatives.
Reporting to the SVP of Transformation, you'll operate at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating ambiguous direction into actionable plans and ensuring disciplined delivery with measurable business impact. Key Responsibilities
Portfolio & Program Delivery
Lead execution of complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives aligned to enterprise strategy
Translate strategic objectives into executable roadmaps with defined milestones and success metrics
Proactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and dependencies across interdependent initiatives
Strategy Shaping & Executive Partnership
Frame executive decision-making by developing clear options, implications, and recommendations
Structure ambiguous strategic problems into actionable plans and delivery roadmaps
Facilitate working sessions with senior leaders to clarify objectives and tradeoffs
Pressure-test strategic direction through execution insights
Project Execution
Own end-to-end project management from initiation through delivery and stabilization
Maintain integrated project plans, timelines, risk logs, and dependency maps
Drive disciplined execution while adapting approaches to initiative complexity
Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare executive-level recommendations and decision materials for governance forums
Serve as trusted partner to executive sponsors and initiative owners
Facilitate milestone reviews and problem-solving discussions with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or related field
MBA or advanced degree preferred Experience
7+ years in project, program, or transformation delivery roles (10+ years preferred)
Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in large, matrixed organizations
Direct experience working with senior leaders and executive stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Preferred Background (one or more):
Management consulting at Engagement Manager/Project Leader level
PMO/Transformation Office leadership at large enterprise
Private equity, value creation, or portfolio operations experience Core Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
Ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive clarity
Financial modeling skills for impact analysis and tradeoff assessment
Portfolio-level thinking across interdependent initiatives
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Executive-level written and verbal communication Apply today and find your home at Ashley ! Benefits We Offer
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
Telehealth
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance Our Core Values
Honesty & Integrity
Passion, Drive, Discipline
Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
Dirty Fingernail
Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.