At Aristocrat, we are committed to delivering world-class gaming experiences through our innovative and creative products. We are looking for an ambitious and exceptionally skilled Director, OPMO 9.14.26 to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing central initiatives and ensuring the flawless completion of our projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to successfully implement and manage our New Product Introduction (NPI) and Global Supply Chain (GSC) portfolios.
Our mission is to build the world's greatest gaming experience, and we believe that starts with our people. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to compete in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry and make a significant impact on our organization. We value innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative environment where everyone's ideas are heard and appreciated.
What You'll Do
- Direct the NPI and GSC Program Management function, setting portfolio priorities, operating plans, and performance objectives aligned with business strategy.
- Coordinate and drive the execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) and Global Supply Chain (GSC) portfolios, encouraging collaboration across business units.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop long-term strategic plans and objectives for NPI and GSC.
- Establish and maintain outstanding project governance, ensuring compliance with PMI or equivalent experience standards and organizational guidelines.
- Identify risks and issues, define mitigation and contingency strategies, and ensure clear communication for both managed projects and GSC.
- Advance innovation, operational excellence, and efficiency, ensuring new products are introduced within set timeframes and budgets.
- Build and sustain positive relationships with key collaborators, encouraging an inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Support the development and implementation of policies and guidelines for NPI and portfolio management, ensuring continuous learning and process improvements.
- Apply data-driven decision-making to drive portfolio optimization, important metric tracking, and transparent reporting.
- Inspire change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new technologies, processes, and business improvements.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of dynamic portfolio/program leadership experience, including accountability for complex, business-critical portfolios and functional outcomes.
- 5+ years of people/functional leadership experience with accountability for staffing, performance, prioritization, and business outcomes.
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred in engineering, supply chain, operations, or business strategy, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.
- PMI Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) preferred; PMP certification required.
- Background in supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, or gaming industry operations is strongly preferred.
- Skilled in project and portfolio management software, such as Microsoft Project, Planview, and data analytics platforms.
- Expertise in enterprise portfolio management, governance, and business transformation strategies.
- Demonstrated experience advising and influencing senior/executive leaders on strategic priorities, resource trade-offs, and significant business decisions.
- Strong group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills are critical.
- Financial competence with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and prioritization.
- Experience leading large-scale, sophisticated global initiatives in high-growth or regulated industries.
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop complementary teams, encouraging an environment of equity and inclusion.
This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.
We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.
Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of portfolio or program leadership experience, including accountability for complex, business-critical portfolios and functional outcomes
- 5+ years of people or functional leadership experience with accountability for staffing, performance, prioritization, and business outcomes
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in engineering, supply chain, operations, business strategy, or equivalent education and experience
- PMP certification
- PMI Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification
- Experience in supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, or gaming industry operations
- Experience with project and portfolio management software such as Microsoft Project and Planview, and data analytics platforms
- Expertise in enterprise portfolio management, governance, and business transformation strategies
- Experience advising and influencing senior or executive leaders on strategic priorities, resource trade-offs, and significant business decisions
- Strong group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills
- Financial competence in budgeting, forecasting, and prioritization
- Experience leading large-scale, complex global initiatives in high-growth or regulated industries
- Ability to build, lead, and develop complementary teams in an equitable and inclusive environment
Aristocrat Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aristocrat and has not been reviewed or approved by Aristocrat.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as robust, with medical, dental, and vision options that are frequently highlighted alongside wellness resources. Feedback suggests these benefits are a core strength of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching is commonly noted, with match levels reported around 4–5% depending on plan or period. This is seen as a solid foundation for long-term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave plus adoption and surrogacy assistance are referenced as part of the offering. These benefits contribute to a family-friendly reputation.
Aristocrat Insights
What We Do
Aristocrat Leisure Limited is an ASX20 listed company and one of the world’s leading providers of gaming solutions. We’re licensed in over 300 jurisdictions and operate in over 90 countries around the world. We’re also proud to have a team of over 6500 employees that deliver outstanding results by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity and technology each day. We offer a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines, social gaming and casino management systems, but it doesn’t stop there. Despite our global presence and exponential growth, we remain an ideas company at heart that is committed to delivering outstanding results for our customers and players and an unparalleled experience for our employees, who have the opportunity to grow, be inspired and be the best they can be. Our values of Talent Unleashed, All About the Player, Collective Brilliance and Good Business, Good Citizen guide and inspire us to live our mission of bringing joy to life through the power of play – every day. Come and join us – let’s play!
Why Work With Us
Individually we’re great, but together we’re brilliant. Our employees are the beating heart of our business and we attract the best people in the industry thanks to our unique and inspiring culture. Come and join the team and help bring joy to life through the power of play.
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