Portfolio Manager with French, Lille

Portfolio Manager with French We are seeking an experienced

Portfolio Manager with 10+ years of experience

to oversee and optimize the full portfolio of Xebia services delivered to our key client based in Paris, France. This role focuses on strategic alignment, value realization, and long-term portfolio growth, ensuring that all initiatives collectively drive the client’s business outcomes and strengthen the partnership with Xebia.

Key Responsibilities Portfolio&Client Management

own and govern the end-to-end service portfolio across all regions where Xebia supports the client

act as the primary strategic interface for portfolio-related discussions, ensuring alignment with client business objectives

collaborate with C-level stakeholders to define portfolio priorities, roadmaps, and investment areas

lead global governance, including portfolio reporting, performance reviews, and strategic planning cycles

establish and monitor value-driven KPIs, outcomes, and success metrics across the portfolio

ensure visibility of innovation, transformation, and measurable business impact

identify and drive portfolio expansion opportunities (upsell/cross-sell) in collaboration with the Global Client Partner

Strategic Portfolio Development

build and execute a global portfolio strategy, positioning Xebia as a long-term transformation partner

continuously assess portfolio performance, risks, dependencies, and ROI

drive portfolio optimization, including prioritization, rationalization, and scaling of initiatives

support large deals and strategic initiatives by ensuring alignment with overall portfolio goals

lead transformation toward outcome-based, value-driven delivery models

Internal Collaboration&Governance

partner with Delivery Managers across regions (Poland, India, Netherlands, etc.) to ensure alignment and synergy across initiatives

work closely with the Global Client Partner to ensure consistent communication and strategy execution

collaborate with CoEs and service lines to align capabilities with evolving portfolio needs

engage with presales, architects, and consulting teams to shape new initiatives within the portfolio

oversee resource strategy at portfolio level, ensuring scalability and efficiency

report portfolio health and performance in internal governance forums, including risks and escalations

Required Skills&Qualifications Stakeholder Management&Relationship Building

strong ability to build and scale trusted relationships across complex organizations

skilled at balancing client value and company objectives

proven experience working with multi-regional, distributed teams

global mindset with no bias toward specific regions or service lines

native-level French and advanced English

required

Experience working with French clients and understanding local business culture

Commercial&Strategic Thinking

strong commercial acumen with ability to translate business strategy into portfolio initiatives

ability to engage in high-level strategic discussions, including innovation and emerging technologies

experience managing portfolio growth, budgeting, and value realization

Portfolio / Program Management Expertise

extensive experience managing complex portfolios or large-scale programs for global clients

strong understanding of dependencies, governance models, and cross-stream coordination

ability to oversee both business and technical domains

experience in financial services, payments, or engagement domains is a plus

Leadership&People Skills

people-centric leadership style focused on alignment, motivation, and shared outcomes

ability to operate across strategic and operational levels

strong influence without direct authority

Organizational Fit

alignment with Xebia values and consulting mindset

comfortable working in a dynamic, mid-sized organization rather than a large corporate structure

Preferred Qualifications

portfolio or program management certifications (e.g., PfMP, PgMP, MSP, PRINCE2)

Location&Travel

based in Paris, France, with frequent presence at the client’s office in Issy-les-Moulineaux

willingness to travel across Xebia locations and client sites globally

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